Searching for treatment for an alcoholic?
You can receive independent, expert advice on alcohol treatment for yourself or friends and family by telephoning DryOutNow.com on 0845 370 0203
A friend or relative of someone who is drinking heavily often recognises that this has become a problem before the person themselves. If you are in this situation, do not hesitate to call now for immediate confidential advice and support.
Call 0845 370 0203 NOW for Independent, FREE advice
Article: Police chief calls for action over binge-drinking
A police chief has called for immediate action to stop teenage binge drinking and criticised the ease with which youngsters can purchase alcohol.
New information released by the Home Office has revealed that fifty percent of alcohol supplied to teenagers is bought over the counter.
In an interview with the BBC, president of the Association of Chief Police Officers Ken Jones said that the UK has a "real problem", where teenagers are being given alcohol by their family or buying it in local shops.
He also hit out at drinks companies for marketing their products towards young people.
Mr Jones told the BBC that teenage binge drinking has reached "epidemic proportions" and that it is time to take a "hard look" at how to tackle the growing problem. He said the root of the problem that needs to be solved is how teenagers are accessing the alcohol.
The Liberal Democrats yesterday revealed figures obtained under the Freedom of Information Act which indicated that the number of under-18s being treated in UK hospitals after drinking irresponsibly has risen by 35 per cent in the last six years.
Article published on 15/02/2008 by DryOutNow.com
DryOutNow.com provides highly practical help for people with alcohol problems, their friends and relatives. DryOutNow.com also provides free resources for healthcare professionals such as medical information and alcohol treatment guidelines.
ACT NOW: CALL 0845 370 0203 for an IMMEDIATE RESPONSE
Other Articles relating to Treatment for an Alcoholic
- 'Tis the season to be jolly? ...... read
- Programme to deter youth alcohol use also reduces conduct problems ...... read
- Genetic markers identified for alcohol response in UCSF Gallo study ...... read
- Current alcohol and licensing policy could be making things worse for young drinkers ...... read
- Make Scotlands roads safer - reduce drink driving limits, says BMA Scotland ...... read
- Are you a binge drinker? BMA Scotland calls for compulsory labelling of alcoholic drinks ...... read
- Les Ferdinand kicks off project to help those with drug and alcohol problems ...... read
- Ability to quit smoking may depend on ADHD symptoms, researchers find ...... read
ACT NOW: CALL 0845 370 0203 for an IMMEDIATE RESPONSE
How can we help?
- Phone 0845 370 0203 for immediate FREE advice
- FREE list of local alcohol services in your area
- FREE advice by email
- Self-assessment for alcohol dependency.
- Phone 0845 370 0203 for Immediate Access to UK alcohol Treatment
Alcohol Treatment News
'Tis the season to be jolly?
As the party season approaches, a timely reminder of the issues surrounding the binge drinking culture are again highlighted by ........more
Time's up for irresponsible drink deals
A ban on 'all you can drink' promotions in pubs and bars is among a range of new measures announced today by Home Secretary ........more
Try science when 'just saying no' isn't enough
Teens are fascinated by their brains, the way they work, change, and even "freeze" sometimes. The American Association for the ........more
More action needed to tackle alcohol misuse, says BMA
The proposals to crack down on irresponsible drinking are positive but more action is needed say doctors' leaders in response to ........more
Alkermes initiates clinical trial for ALKS 33, a novel oral molecule with potential benefits in addi
Alkermes, Inc. recently announced the initiation of a phase 1 study of ALKS 33, an oral opioid modulator for the potential ........more
Alcohol Treatment
