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Most people who binge drink don't fall under the criteria for severe alcohol use disorder, lead study author Glenn-Milo Santos, PhD, MPH , a professor in the Department of Community Health Systems and Division of Prevention Science at the University of California, San Francisco, told Health.

Let's talk about it! What are you thoughts about this approach to treatment?

Could a Pill Help Curb Binge Drinking? health.com

Though the short-term effects of alcohol can subside once you stop drinking, in the long run, reversing how alcohol affects the brain is still up for debate among researchers

This is How Alcohol Affects the Brain discovermagazine.com

And since students are making these concoctions themselves, they have the opportunity to control how alcohol much they consume — from a little to none at all, which is something Barr's team highlighted in a TikTok about borgs and risk reduction tips

TikTok's viral cbsnews.com

"A recent study adds to the evidence that people who binge-drink may benefit from taking a dose of the medication naltrexone before consuming alcohol, a finding that may be welcomed now that alcohol-related deaths in the United States have surpassed 140,000 a year."

What are your thoughts about medically assisted treatments?

Binge drinking may be curbed with a pill deccanherald.com

"Maria Pearman, a certified public accountant and expert in the alcoholic beverage industry, says the cost of NA drinks really revolves around the perception of product value."

We are betting on the value of people!

'Between abstinence and alcohol': Zero-proof drinks are all the rage — due to serious concerns over alcohol use. How a simple 'sober-curious' lifestyle change can help you save thousands moneywise.com

"Practicing mindful drinking will likely result in a decrease in your overall alcohol consumption—a habit that will have numerous positive effects to your health."

Any start is a good start!

Dry January Is Over, but You Can Practice Mindful Drinking All Year Round health.com

"The budget can be large (including therapy in your healthcare plan, offering gym memberships, or bringing in a nutritionist to work with your employees) or small (healthier snacks in the break room or prizes for employees who bike to work or take meditation breaks), but there should be some type of financial investment to coincide with any wellness program."

Make sure to add addiction awareness to your programs!

The Do’s and Don’ts of Employee Wellness Programs hrdailyadvisor.blr.com

"In other words, providing mental health support, whether through benefits or policies that prioritize employee wellness, is not only the right thing to do, but the most cost-effective and efficient strategy for employers to retain top talent during a challenging economic time."

And we would add paying special attention to addiction in the workforce!

How Employee Wellness Benefits Can Help Save Money During Economic Uncertainty forbes.com

While it might seem like a healthy way to start the year, the prevalence of Dry January glosses over deeper conversations we should have about the role of alcohol consumption in our society — particularly for women

Dear Dry January, we need to talk bangordailynews.com

In case you wondered...we love this explanation of the process!
"This means the fermentation process is integral to the flavour of beer and wine, and we can't just forgo it to make low- and no-alcohol drinks."

We’re getting really good at making alcohol-free beer and wine. Here’s how it’s done zmescience.com

According to a 2015 review published in the journal Alcohol Research (opens in new tab), chronic heavy drinking may lead to a significant drop in the number of white blood cells responsible for combating infections and preventing cancers

What does alcohol do to the body? livescience.com

Workers want to feel happy and want to know that their bosses care, so it's possible that more job seekers will be looking for companies that promote employee well-being, but also ensure employees receive the necessary rest during the year. Where does addiction recovery fit in for you or your company?

The Most Notable HR Trends That Will Reshape The Labor Market In 2023 valuewalk.com