Binge Drinking

• CAMH survey looks at binge drinking, financial anxiety during coronavirus pandemic

  A recent survey of about 1,000 Canadians suggests heavy drinking is highest among younger people and those worried about personal finances due to the pandemic.

  Health

  May 26, 2020
  
• Eastern Township family shares story of teen’s binge drinking as a warning to others

  'Our 16-year-old son decided to drink alcohol for fun with his friends, that's part of being young, I suppose, but he almost died,' the mother said.

  Health

  Oct 9, 2019
  
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• Harm reduction, student-led initiatives tackle binge drinking at Ontario universities

  Research suggests binge drinking among youth, and women in particular, may be on the rise, with a recent study indicating a spike in emergency room visits related to alcohol issues by those groups.

  Lifestyle

  Aug 27, 2019
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• Uncorked: One Manitoba woman’s journey from binge drinking to wine to pot

  Erika says she would get so drunk on the weekends, she would sometimes blackout. Now, she is hoping her story will help others, including her kids, learn to drink responsibly.

  Cannabis

  Mar 13, 2019
• Living in a cold climate makes you more likely to drink, study says

  "We consistently found that sunshine hours and especially temperature have an impact on alcohol consumption," said the study authors.

  Health

  Nov 26, 2018
• Why you can be ‘blackout drunk’ and not even know it

  Contrary to what many people think, getting blackout drunk does not necessarily mean you’ve passed out or are unconscious.

  Health

  Oct 4, 2018
• More than 1 alcoholic drink a day could take years off your life: study

  The international study's findings indicate that countries, including Canada, have alcohol guidelines that are too loose.

  Health

  Apr 13, 2018
• Holiday Heart Syndrome: What you need to know about holiday binge drinking

  Holiday Heart Syndrome is described as an irregular heartbeat, caused by heavy drinking, in people who don't otherwise have a history of heart problems.

  Health

  Dec 17, 2017
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• Are parents hurting their children by drinking in front of them?

  A new study says kids who witness their parents drink alcohol – even moderately – feel anxious and embarrassed. But is that true?

  Lifestyle

  Oct 18, 2017
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• ‘A Very Mommy Wine Festival’ sparks firestorm over drinking culture

  The weekday event, dubbed "A Very Mommy Wine Festival," was meant to give new moms a chance to get together and have fun without the judgment and "mommy-shaming" they consistently face, said organizer Alana Kayfetz.

  Canada

  Sep 17, 2017