Expert Guide: Alcohol’s Effects in the Body

Scientists and clinicians at Ohio State offer expert advice on what alcohol does in the body, how it affects people with certain conditions, and how best to cut back on drinking or cut it out altogether.

Research on effects

Treatments

Research Advances

Gene therapy may hold the newest strategy to treat alcohol use disorder

A research team at Ohio State is testing a targeted gene therapy approach to treat alcohol addiction.

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Lifestyle tips

Mental Health

When addiction is an extra guest for the holidays

Holiday stressors can lead to anxiety, depression and, for some, directly result in relapse. Here’s how to navigate this as a someone struggling with addiction or as one of their supportive loved ones.

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How to spot signs of addiction
Substance Use

How to spot signs of addiction

By Brad Lander, PhD, LICDC-CS

Many people can hide a problem with alcohol or drug misuse for many years. Learn the signs from an Ohio State clinical psychologist to know when to refer someone to a mental health professional.

Five foods and drinks that affect body odor
Skin and Body

Five foods and drinks that affect body odor

By Dena Champion, RD, MS

The saying ‘you are what you eat’ especially rings true when it comes to body odor. Depending on what you eat or drink and your personal body chemistry, it could produce a rather unpleasant order.

Foods to eat for better sleep
Exercise and Nutrition

Foods to eat for better sleep

By Mary Mosquera Cochran, RD, LD

There are certain foods that interact with the hormones that are in charge of regulating sleep and enhance their effectiveness, increasing the likelihood of deeper, longer sleep. There are also many foods that do the exact opposite.

Help for substance use disorders

Ohio State is a leader in the treatment of substance use disorders in central Ohio.

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