health information provided by Cleveland Clinic http://www.clevelandclinic.org/ Copyright The Cleveland Clinic 2007 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:33:28 -0400 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:33:15 -0400 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.3.1) http://www.feedforall.com http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/RSS/logo.gif http://www.clevelandclinic.org/ logo of Cleveland Clinic 144 27 Addictions are compulsions to use and abuse things to excess. Addictions can end in disability or death for the addict, as well as pain and suffering for family members. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/alcoholism/hic_addictions_an_overview.aspx 330443FB-80B5-4816-8D5D-9683CC8035B4 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:33:15 -0400 It is illegal to give alcohol to your children's friends under 21, no matter what the circumstances. The laws against serving alcohol to teens are discussed. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/healthy_living/adolescents/alcohol/hic_what_parents_of_teenagers_should_know_about_alcohol.aspx 3AC8A6E3-F241-4614-B13A-6C6519FD356B Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:33:02 -0400 Chemical dependency affects adolescents from all walks of life. And tragically, it impacts the family and friends of each dependent person. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/Substance_Abuse/hic_Treating_Alcohol_and_Drug_Abuse_Problems_in_Adolescents.aspx D26F866B-C0EA-4A7E-8CF5-3FB9A683F898 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:32:52 -0400 Sleep disturbances have been associated with drug use, drug abuse, and the use of alcohol. The prescription and non-prescription medicines that can cause sleep problems are listed. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/sleep_disorders/hic_drug_and_alcohol_related_sleep_disorders.aspx 659041EB-0C96-4BED-9CA0-028E2B1639F5 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:32:38 -0400 The effect of alcohol on your heart is complex. For some people, even moderate alcohol use carries major risks. Research is ongoing to clarify the relationship of alcohol and heart disease. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/alcoholandheartdisease.aspx E4F75727-6CC2-4EF8-A766-D201050A4CE9 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:32:16 -0400 Excessive alcohol use and binge drinking can affect the outcome of your surgery. Let your health care provider know how often you drink. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/alcoholandsurgery.aspx F45BFADE-93B7-4EB4-9E7C-A3B8AE505328 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:32:03 -0400 Find out your blood alcohol level by entering the requested information. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/ccforms/Blood_Alcohol_Calculator.aspx 5B61A02E-0610-4CDE-935D-0CFF4FBB88ED Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:31:45 -0400 With a doctor's permission, people with diabetes may enjoy alcohol in moderation. Find out what “moderation” means for you. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/default.aspx 364A7DE6-C023-4C4F-B3A1-ED00A0E1CC90 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:31:30 -0400 Alcoholism is a disease in which a person drinks alcohol even though drinking hurts his or her life. The article lists the symptoms of each stage of alcoholism and discusses treatment of the disease. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/alcoholism/hic_addictions_an_overview.aspx 8D14D018-5771-47C6-A32A-F6783BEE4F4D Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:31:10 -0400