A low level of response (LR) to alcohol is predictive of future risk of alcoholism. Previous research has found that a low LR has a heritability as high as 60 percent, which implies a genetic link. A ...

A preclinical study by scientists at Scripps Research finds that a drug already FDA-approved for treating inflammatory conditions may help reduce both alcohol intake and pain sensitivity—two issues ...

The NHS estimates that in the UK around 9% of men and 4% of women show signs of alcohol dependence (Reuters) UK companies should introduce alcohol testing to prevent harm to workers and reduce ...