About Alcoholism: Addiction's Effect on the Brain

If you can't see this email, click here

About.com

Alcoholism

Symptoms / Diagnosis

Find Help

The Effects



From Buddy T, your Guide to Alcoholism
There are some very real changes taking place in the brains of addicts driving their compulsions which have little to do with substances they are using or addictive behavior they are repeating. Addiction is much more than merely bad behavior and making poor choices. See details below.

Addiction's Effect on the Brain
Addiction appears as if it's merely a matter of bad choices and behavioral problems which seemingly can be easily changed, but scientific research tells us there is much more than that going on.

Pill Mill Ringleaders Indicted
A three-year investigation into South Florida's pill mill industry, dubbed Operation Oxy Alley, has resulted in the indictment of 32 people and the dismantling of what authorities described as the nation's largest criminal organizations.

Marijuana Has Many Slang Names
There are more slang terms used for marijuana than any other illegal drug. That might be because it is the most used of all the other drugs, illegal or prescription. Where did they come up with some of these terms?

Latest Drug and Alcohol Headlines
Redmond O'Neal Sent to Rehab by Judge Despite Two Felony Charges... Estella Warren Sentenced to 4 Months Rehab... Jaime Pressly Avoids Jail Sentence in DUI Case.... No Illegal Drugs in Amy Winehouse Death?... Jane Lynch Opens Up About Cough Syrup Addiction... Teairra Mari Apologizes for Drunk Driving... More...

 


Alcoholism Ads
Featured Articles
Do I Have A Problem?
How to Stop
Treatment and Rehab Centers
Find Support Group Meetings
12 Step Recovery
Support for Families and Friends

 

More from About.com

Should You Go Back to School?
Have you been thinking about resuming your education? These eight questions may help you figure it out. More>



5 Tips for Adult Students
Whether it's finding the money or worrying about tests, going back to school can be stressful for adult students. More>




This newsletter is written by:
Buddy T
Alcoholism Guide
Email Me | My Blog | My Forum
 
Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics
You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Alcoholism newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here.

About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy

Contact Information:
249 West 17th Street
New York, NY, 10011

© 2011 About.com
 


Must Reads
What Is Alcoholism?
Symptoms of Alcoholism
Withdrawal Symptoms
Treatment of Alcoholism
Help for Families

Advertisement

Blog Archive