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Alcohol use curbed by anti-nausea medication, study finds

Published January 28, 2011

Alcohol use curbed by anti-nausea medication, study finds
Alcoholics who were given a medication approved for quelling nausea were able to cut back on their alcohol intake, researchers reported this week. The medication, ondansetron (Zofran), could become a readily available therapy for helping some alcoholics become abstinent.
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Support not punishment is the key to tackling substance abuse and addiction among nurses, study suggests

Published January 28, 2011

Support not punishment is the key to tackling substance abuse and addiction among nurses, study suggests
As many as 10 to 20% of nurses and nursing students may have substance abuse and addiction problems, but the key to tackling this difficult issue – and protecting public safety – is support… Continue reading →

I have been reading a study and it is of homosexuality-mental health/depression…. What do you think?

Published January 25, 2011

Question by Steven Crawford: I have been reading a study and it is of homosexuality-mental health/depression…. What do you think?
I have read several articles and studies in the past that there is a possibly (not necessarily) a correlation between gay and bi males and mental illness including depression.… Continue reading →

First Study To Link Bullying And Substance Abuse Finds Girls Who Are Bullied Are At Risk For Substance Use Through …

Published January 24, 2011

First Study To Link Bullying And Substance Abuse Finds Girls Who Are Bullied Are At Risk For Substance Use Through …
Both boys and girls who are victims of bullying, including bullying through e-mail and the internet, are at elevated risk for depression. However, according to a new study, adolescent… Continue reading →

New study reveals illicit HGH use common among young American male weightlifters

Published January 22, 2011

New study reveals illicit HGH use common among young American male weightlifters
A new study published in The American Journal on Addictions reveals that illicit use of HGH has become common among young American male weightlifters.
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Study: Genetically targeted medication shows promise in treating alcohol addiction

Published January 21, 2011

Study: Genetically targeted medication shows promise in treating alcohol addiction
CHARLOTTESVILLE — For the first time in alcohol addiction research, University of Virginia investigators have successfully treated alcohol-dependent individuals with medication that is tailored specifically to match their genetic profile.
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