What is binge drinking? It’s a term you’ve likely heard before, and you probably associate it with drinking too much. And you would be right. In its simplest terms, “binge drinking” refers to the consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short amount of time. It’s an activity seen by … [Read more...] aboutBinge Drinking: It’s Just for Fun
Spotting the Signs of Addiction
Is addiction all in the brain? Is it embedded in our DNA? Is it genetic? Just what is it? According to Psychology Today, addiction is a condition. It is the direct result of consuming a substance or engaging in a pleasurable activity, but the persistent use or act becomes compulsive and interferes … [Read more...] aboutSpotting the Signs of Addiction
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
It’s Friday! All the cool people from the office are headed to the pub for a celebratory drink to kick off the weekend, and you’ve been invited. It’s been a long week. And let’s be honest, it’s been a really long week. Kicking back with a pint or two to get a nice buzz sounds awesome. There’s … [Read more...] aboutBuzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
Is Alcohol Poisoning Real?
According to a recent CNN news report, alcohol poisoning is responsible for roughly six deaths per day, which means every four hours someone dies from drinking too much. In one year, approximately 2,221 people in the U.S. will die from what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) call … [Read more...] aboutIs Alcohol Poisoning Real?
