FRIENDS actor Matthew Perry aka Chandler Bing opens up on his alcohol abuse
Matthew Perry, who achieved sobriety some years ago, has now opened up about his addiction struggles in new memoir 'Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing'.
Oct 22, 2022, 14:13 PM IST
Anti-anxiety drug can reverse brain deficits caused by alcohol
The findings showed that tandospirone can help our brains reboot and reverse the damage on the regeneration of brain cells, caused by heavy alcohol consumption.
Feb 09, 2018, 19:00 PM IST
How does alcohol cause cancer? Mouse study reveals all
For the new study, published in the science journal Nature, researchers gave lab mice diluted alcohol, known chemically as ethanol.
Jan 04, 2018, 10:56 AM IST
Drinking more than 14 units of alcohol a week can cause skin problems: Study
The scientists found that while the hangover can subside after 24 hours, the effects on the skin for a woman aged 40 can last 28 days.
Dec 04, 2017, 20:31 PM IST
Women with chronic alcohol abuse at risk of developing brain dysfunction
It revealed that chronic alcohol abuse killed most neural stem cells as well as reduced the production and development of new nerve cells.
Scientists debunk 'happy drunk' myth
Researchers found that participants' ratings indicated change in all five of the major personality factors.
May 16, 2017, 21:19 PM IST
Personalised treatment for alcoholism a step closer
Neurons fired as the specific calcium channels at play, called L-type voltage-gated calcium channels (LTCCs), boosted the release of a neurotransmitter called GABA.
Apr 14, 2017, 00:35 AM IST
Gay, bisexual adults more prone to smoke, alcohol abuse
Lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) adults were more likely to indulge in heavy drinking and smoking.
Jul 03, 2016, 19:54 PM IST
Alcohol kills an Indian every 96 minutes
The per capita consumption of alcohol in India increased 38 percent, from 1.6 litres in 2003-05 to 2.2 litres in 2010-12.
May 25, 2016, 12:58 PM IST
25% Indian men indulge in sexual abuse: Survey
A new study has found that children in India are more exposed to risk factors that make them sexually violent later in life.
Oct 30, 2015, 10:10 AM IST
