alcohol

Are you interested in finding out how different provinces are doing in reducing harms associated with alcohol? 

If so, register for this upcoming webinar presented by the Canadian Alcohol Policy Evaluation (CAPE) Project Research Team on strategies to reduce alcohol- related harms and costs accross Canada.

Register for the webinar here: https://reducealcoholharms.eventbrite.ca 

See the attached flyer for more information about the webinar.

Binge and heavy drinking may trigger a long-lasting genetic change, resulting in an even greater craving for alcohol.

"We found that people who drink heavily may be changing their DNA in a way that makes them crave alcohol even more," said Distinguished Professor Dipak K. Sarkar. "This may help explain why alcoholism is such a powerful addiction, and may one day contribute to new ways to treat alcoholism or help prevent at-risk people from becoming addicted."

"A General Pharmacology Overview of Substances is essential to addictions counselling, as having a basic understanding of Pharmacology is critical to treatment options and outcomes therefore, it will further inform your clinical practice."  Ian Robertson, MSW, RSW.

Just in time for the new year! New research shows that taking part in Dry January (where you don't drink alcohol in  January) sees people regaining control of their drinking, having more energy, better skin and losing weight. They also report drinking less months later.