Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholic Liver Disease - Alcohol abuse can cause diseases of the liver such as cirrhosis and alcoholic hepatitis. This site features a description of the diseases, their symptoms and treatment. Links to other alcohol-related disorder sites on the Internet are also listed.
When alcohol becomes a problem - Alcohol use disorders (AUDs) are probably the most common mental disorders in the United States: Nearly one person in seven suffers from an AUD at some time in his or her life.
National Institute of Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism - This organization supports and conducts research on alcohol abuse and alcoholism. Also included at this site are publications, medical database, news and grant information.
Substance Abuse Information for Parents - Information for parents on how to identify and deal with drug use in the family. Includes a list of treatment and recovery organizations.
Overview of Alcohol Related Problems - Alcohol use is widespread, although the per capita consumption has varied from decade to decade.
Alcohol & Liver Disease - Newsletter from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism details how alcohol damages the liver.
Liver Disease & Alcohol - Provides a glossary and guidelines for reducing the risk of liver damage from alcohol. Also details how alcohol affects the liver.
Alcoholic Cirrhosis - The development of cirrhosis is directly related to the duration and quantity of alcohol consumption.