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Young Adults with a Family History of Alcohol Use Disorder Report Greater Anxiety Sensitivity, Linked to Mistreatment During Childhood

Research Society on Alcohol — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 EST

Anxiety sensitivity (AS) is the fear of anxiety-related sensations - such as a racing heart or sweating - based on belief these symptoms are dangerous enough to cause a heart attack or lead to death. A new study examines to what extent an individual's family history of alcohol use disorder (AUD), and adverse childhood experiences, may contribute to anxiety sensitivity during their adulthood. Findings will be shared at the 49th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in San Antonio, Texas.

Why Alcohol May Hit Harder After Weight-Loss Surgery

Research Society on Alcohol — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 EST

Bariatric or weight-loss surgery originated in the 1950s to treat severe obesity. Research published in the mid-2000s showed that some people might be at higher risk for alcohol misuse after bariatric surgery. A new study has found that both of the two of the most common procedures - sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass surgery - can help alcohol reach the brain faster and harder. These results and others will be shared at the 49th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in San Antonio, Texas.

Heavy Drinking Can Accelerate a Decline in Brain White Matter in Young Adults

Research Society on Alcohol — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 EST

White matter is found in the deeper tissues of the brain, playing a critical role in helping the body process information. Previous research has shown that alcohol has neurotoxic effects on white matter. A new study has used neuroimaging to show that alcohol can affect white matter microstructure even in younger adults with an alcohol use disorder (AUD). These results and others will be shared at the 49th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in San Antonio, Texas.

Expert Q&A: Federal Cannabis Rescheduling 101

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:50:38 EST

As the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) gears up for next week's administrative hearing on the fate of federal marijuana legalization, we sat down with UNLV Cannabis Policy Institute (CPI) director Riana Durrett for the rundown on decades of debate surrounding the plant -- and what giving the green light could mean for businesses, tourists, and residents in Las Vegas, the Silver State, and beyond.

Susan G. Komen(r) Statement on Passage of Legislation Eliminating Financial Barriers to Critical Breast Imaging in Arizona

Susan G. Komen — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:25:56 EST

Susan G. Komen commends the Arizona legislature and Governor Katie Hobbs for approving legislation that will remove out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging.

How Privilege Shaped Families' Ability to Stay Healthy During COVID-19

American Sociological Association (ASA) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:20:39 EST

Writing in the Spring 2026 issue of Contexts, a public-facing magazine from the American Sociological Association (ASA), sociologist Joslyn Brenton (Ithaca College) finds that middle-class families relied on what sociologists call "flexible resources"--including knowledge, social networks, and financial security--to anticipate risks, access reliable information, and take preventive action.

Students Gain Real-World Skills in New Game Design Program

Iowa State University — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:45:46 EST

Iowa State University's new multidisciplinary game design program equips students with in-demand skills while engaging them in hands-on projects and research that use game-based solutions to address real-world challenges.

JMU Experts Available for Insights on Wedding Trends, Relationship Dynamics

James Madison University — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:20:26 EST

Experts on History, Politics Reflect on U.S. 250th Birthday Milestone

Virginia Tech — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:10:09 EST

As our nation's celebration of its 250th birthday approaches, experts in history and political science at Virginia Tech can provide perspectives on how far the United States of America has advanced since its founding and the issues that will influence where it goes next.

Rutgers School of Nursing and Caregility Partner to Prepare Future Nurses to Provide Virtual Care

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:55:20 EST

While 88% of U.S. hospitals are piloting or have fully implemented inpatient virtual care, a critical training gap persists in nursing education: More than half of the nation's nursing schools don't offer a telehealth curriculum for undergraduates.

Older Adults Are at Risk of Dangerously Using and Co-using Alcohol and Other Substances

Research Society on Alcohol — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 EST

Older adults are not only becoming a larger proportion of the U.S. population, they are also using and co-using alcohol and other substances at a growing rate. A new study has found which substances are used and what factors influence their use. These results and others will be shared at the 49th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in San Antonio, Texas.

Individuals with Alcohol Use Disorders Often Have an Unhealthy Relationship with Their Diet

Research Society on Alcohol — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 EST

Clinicians and researchers already know that people with alcohol use disorders (AUDs) have disrupted eating patterns, nutritional intake, and metabolism. Findings collected from clinical studies and a meta-analysis of the dietary habits of both inpatients and outpatients has compiled several consistent themes regarding diet quality, ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption, and food addiction in people with AUDs. These findings will be shared at the 49th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in San Antonio, Texas.

Rodent Study Identifies Neurobiological Region That Contributes to Both Alcohol Use Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder