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Discussion of Alcoholism

alcohol as a sort of anti-depressant?

Posted By: xin xin
Date: Sunday, 9 April 2000, at 5:28 a.m.

i'm doing research about comfort food.i noticed that from my observation & also personal approach,many people tend to turn to alcohol when they are depressed or troubled.why?i need to find sources about why and how it helps to comfort, be it scientifically or psychologically.Help is very much appreciated.:)

xinxin

Messages In This Thread

alcohol as a sort of anti-depressant?
xin xin -- Sunday, 9 April 2000, at 5:28 a.m.

Re: alcohol as a sort of anti-depressant?
J-man -- Thursday, 4 April 2002, at 9:22 a.m.

Re: alcohol as a sort of anti-depressant?
Marty -- Saturday, 14 September 2002, at 7:25 p.m.