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# alcoholism - Last year 2021

'Soldiers come home with addiction problems and PTSD, but there's no real support'

Apr 3rd 2021, 8:00 PM 29,141 Views 22 Comments

More needs to be done to help veterans who previously served in the Defence Forces, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel has said.

# alcoholism - All time

'You either get sober, end up in jail or in a brown box. I wasn't far away from any of them'

# Interview

From The42

# Interview

'You either get sober, end up in jail or in a brown box. I wasn't far away from any of them'

Dec 24th 2020, 8:00 AM 71,687 Views 25 Comments

Former Wexford goalkeeping coach Noel Considine speaks to The42 about his horrific journey to conquering alcoholism.

'Jekyll and Hyde character' who assaulted garda gets a suspended sentence

# Circuit Criminal Court

'Jekyll and Hyde character' who assaulted garda gets a suspended sentence

Jul 26th 2019, 6:25 PM 23,580 Views 27 Comments

The man’s barrister told the court: “When he is sober, he is fine. When he is drunk, he is a nightmare.”

# Simon Pegg

From The Daily Edge

# Simon Pegg

Simon Pegg has opened up about his battle with alcoholism and depression

Jul 9th 2018, 5:34 PM 4,022 Views 1 Comment

The actor felt that the movie ‘The World’s End’ was a way of telling people about his problems.

A 'wonder drug' used to treat alcoholism may not be as effective as previously thought

# Addiction

A 'wonder drug' used to treat alcoholism may not be as effective as previously thought

Mar 4th 2018, 11:31 AM 26,377 Views 37 Comments

Anti-spasticity drug baclofen has more recently been used to treat alcohol addiction.

Gabriel Byrne says #MeToo movement 'hasn't gone far enough'

# Not A Witch Hunt

Gabriel Byrne says #MeToo movement 'hasn't gone far enough'

Feb 17th 2018, 11:08 AM 35,032 Views 72 Comments

The actor described Harvey Weinstein as “an absolutely ferocious bully”.

'While the rest of us are looking forward at this time of year, they're feeling the dread and the anxiety'

# Problem Drinking

'While the rest of us are looking forward at this time of year, they're feeling the dread and the anxiety'

Dec 21st 2017, 10:00 PM 22,656 Views 56 Comments

Christmas can be a particularly trying time for problem drinkers and their families, an addiction counsellor said.

Marian Keyes: 'Don't blame yourself if you can't find the cause of your depression'

# Mental Health

Marian Keyes: 'Don't blame yourself if you can't find the cause of your depression'

Sep 9th 2017, 1:10 PM 15,992 Views 14 Comments

Best selling author, Marian Keyes, talked about relationships and mental health on the Late Late Show last night.

Alcoholism: 'Dad, I don’t blame you. I never have'

# A Letter To My Dad

Alcoholism: 'Dad, I don’t blame you. I never have'

Jul 16th 2017, 7:30 PM 9,487 Views 55 Comments

This is a letter to my father, on how his disease has affected me, and how much I love him.

'I want my kids to know there is no shame in getting help': Ben Affleck speaks out about his alcohol addiction

# Alcoholism

'I want my kids to know there is no shame in getting help': Ben Affleck speaks out about his alcohol addiction

Mar 15th 2017, 9:39 AM 23,481 Views 27 Comments

The Hollywood star said he had recently completed treatment.

There are moments in our lives where the world changes and you go 'was I on the right road all the time?'

Mar 12th 2017, 7:30 PM 15,270 Views 4 Comments

Irish artist and writer Christina Reihill explores alcoholism and addiction in her new work about the writer Dorothy Parker.

Beating homelessness: 'I look at photos of my grandchildren to keep me sober'

# Homeless In The West

Beating homelessness: 'I look at photos of my grandchildren to keep me sober'

Nov 29th 2016, 9:30 AM 14,243 Views 10 Comments

High rents, alcoholism and illness – there are so many roads that lead to homelessness.

'Have they no conscience?' Frances Black lets rip at pubs selling pints for €1

# Alcoholism

'Have they no conscience?' Frances Black lets rip at pubs selling pints for €1

Nov 25th 2016, 1:59 PM 42,491 Views 128 Comments

Pubs have been launching Black Friday Specials, selling pints and shots for “.99c”.

"I used to have to call down to my mother's house when she wasn't in and rob food" - Battling gambling addiction

# Rutland Centre

"I used to have to call down to my mother's house when she wasn't in and rob food" - Battling gambling addiction

Aug 29th 2016, 1:03 PM 35,259 Views 65 Comments

The Rutland Centre launched its Recovery Month today to raise awareness of addiction and recovery.

'I’m so happy not to be spending another Christmas in rehab'

# Addiction

'I’m so happy not to be spending another Christmas in rehab'

Dec 22nd 2015, 7:30 PM 2,403 Views 13 Comments

When using, I went from taking two codeine tablets at a time, to 28 in one go.

I love a drink but I don't want to end up like my dad: an alcoholic and alone

# Opinion

I love a drink but I don't want to end up like my dad: an alcoholic and alone

Dec 6th 2015, 8:25 PM 2,229 Views 67 Comments

“Having struggled to deal with my father’s alcoholism my entire life, I wonder just how his ‘fondness for the drink’ has distorted my perception of alcohol.”

'He didn't value that we were actually human beings, it was like a nightmare.'

# Mary Manning

'He didn't value that we were actually human beings, it was like a nightmare.'

Jul 30th 2015, 1:09 PM 25,553 Views 6 Comments

Mary Manning was repeatedly abused by her stepfather.

'My dad was a violent alcoholic. I vowed to make my daughter's childhood better than mine.'

# Column

'My dad was a violent alcoholic. I vowed to make my daughter's childhood better than mine.'

Jun 13th 2015, 10:40 PM 3,656 Views 30 Comments

My father drank to forget the worst years of his life – his childhood – and at the same time destroyed mine.

When it comes to alcohol abuse, the Irish aren't the worst in the world

# Booze

When it comes to alcohol abuse, the Irish aren't the worst in the world

May 13th 2015, 9:49 AM 25,780 Views 43 Comments

We’re actually the fourth worst, according to a new report.

What’s the problem with an “Out-of-Control” drinking campaign?

# Opinion

What’s the problem with an “Out-of-Control” drinking campaign?

Apr 3rd 2015, 7:00 PM 349 Views 42 Comments

There has been controversy surrounding an anti-binge drinking campaign which, while having an independent Board, is funded by drinks industry giant Diageo.

'I will never get my childhood back': Four people talk about life with an alcoholic parent

# Opinion

'I will never get my childhood back': Four people talk about life with an alcoholic parent

Mar 8th 2015, 12:00 PM 45,506 Views 47 Comments

Teens Affected by Addiction is a project aimed at raising awareness about the impact of alcoholism on families – here, they share some personal stories.

'It was always my job to check if Dad was breathing after he passed out'

# Opinion

'It was always my job to check if Dad was breathing after he passed out'

Mar 7th 2015, 7:30 PM 2,941 Views 44 Comments

Living with a parent who is an alcoholic is confusing, isolating and terrifying for young people. Why are we not doing more to help them?

Opinion: Soju think the Irish are all drunks?

# Stereotype

Opinion: Soju think the Irish are all drunks?

Nov 7th 2014, 8:00 AM 1,398 Views 43 Comments

News of an Irish teacher being discriminated against in South Korea has annoyed a lot of people – but it shouldn’t put you off this beautiful and welcoming country.

# Depression

Opinion: I had a great life, friends, business - and I was paralysed by depression

Jul 5th 2014, 7:00 PM 789 Views 36 Comments

“Panic attacks can be a sign of depression and mental health issues and I couldn’t believe it was happening to me” – Niall Harbison on fighting two battles; illness and stigma.

# Alcohol

Opinion: How I woke up to my unhealthy attitude to alcohol

Jun 30th 2014, 7:30 PM 2,339 Views 40 Comments

The photos of a friend’s wedding were the tipping point for me – they showed me what I’d been doing, but I couldn’t remember anything.

Why do the Irish drink so much? Dr Drew explains*

# Drink Taken

From The Daily Edge

# Drink Taken

Why do the Irish drink so much? Dr Drew explains*

May 6th 2014, 8:09 AM 10,914 Views 6 Comments

*At least, he explains what HE thinks.

How much does alcohol abuse affect others in Ireland? A lot, says a new report

# Problem Drinking

How much does alcohol abuse affect others in Ireland? A lot, says a new report

Mar 24th 2014, 12:36 PM 8,613 Views 24 Comments

The harm experienced by people due to their own drinking is only part of the story argues Alcohol Action Ireland.

How Amsterdam is paying alcoholics to work for beer

# Pilot Project

How Amsterdam is paying alcoholics to work for beer

Jan 16th 2014, 7:35 PM 19,599 Views 54 Comments

In a pilot project, the city is giving participants beer in exchange for light work collecting litter and eating a decent meal.

Column: Young people don’t need to be patronised by safe drinking campaigns

# Opinion

Column: Young people don’t need to be patronised by safe drinking campaigns

May 4th 2013, 1:30 PM 69 Views 34 Comments

Student filmmaker Nicky O’Donnell writes about how he contributed to a video about responsible drinking aimed at young people – without talking down to them.

Average Irish adult drank equivalent of 411 pints last year

# Bottoms Up

Average Irish adult drank equivalent of 411 pints last year

Mar 8th 2013, 3:20 PM 12,649 Views 87 Comments

That might sound like a lot, but it’s almost 100 pints fewer than the average in 2001.

# Gazza

From The42

# Gazza

Troubled Gazza seeks treatment in US

Feb 4th 2013, 8:46 PM 14,830 Views 28 Comments

The former footballer “has been asking for help and has willingly been admitted to a treatment centre in America,” his management company said this evening.

Gazza's 'life in danger' reveals agent after shocking pictures are published

# Dangerous Games

From The42

# Dangerous Games

Gazza's 'life in danger' reveals agent after shocking pictures are published

Feb 3rd 2013, 11:24 AM 32,466 Views 37 Comments

Gascoigne sparked fears for his health after a rambling speech at a midweek charity event.

# Winehouse

Second inquest rules Amy Winehouse killed by accidental alcohol poisoning

Jan 8th 2013, 11:45 AM 6,183 Views 28 Comments

The same verdict was given at a re-hearing of the inquest – which was ordered after it emerged that the first was heard by a coroner who did not have the correct qualifications.

Column: Yes, booze causes problems – but why tar us all with the same brush?

# Opinion

Column: Yes, booze causes problems – but why tar us all with the same brush?

Jul 28th 2012, 7:45 AM 74 Views 46 Comments

Proposals to hike the minimum price of alcohol are penalising moderate drinkers for the sins of those who have bigger problems, writes Aaron McKenna.

Column: Youth drinking problem? Perhaps we should look at ourselves…

# Opinion

Column: Youth drinking problem? Perhaps we should look at ourselves…

Jul 12th 2012, 7:00 AM 55 Views 38 Comments

The Phoenix Park concert has highlighted the problem of young people and alcohol, writes Fiona Ryan – but the problems caused by parental drinking go largely unremarked.

Column: We need to put the humanity back into sport performance

# Outside The Lines

From The42

# Outside The Lines

Column: We need to put the humanity back into sport performance

Jan 21st 2012, 8:25 AM 129 Views 6 Comments

Our sports stars may seem like superheroes, but they’re just as fragile as you and I, writes sports psychologist Tadhg MacIntyre.

Poll: Should Ireland set a minimum price on alcohol?

# Your Say

Poll: Should Ireland set a minimum price on alcohol?

Nov 22nd 2011, 11:32 AM 6,148 Views 88 Comments

The government intends to introduce a ‘price floor’ in attempts to curb alcohol abuse. Do you back their plan?

The 17 jobs where you're most likely to become an alcoholic

# Dying For A Drink

From The Daily Edge

# Dying For A Drink

The 17 jobs where you're most likely to become an alcoholic

Oct 26th 2011, 8:32 PM 9,548 Views 22 Comments

Business Insider sorted through 11 million US death certificates – and found the professions most likely to die of alcoholism.

Give it a rest, Darren: why the Open champion needs to shut up about drink

# Opinion

From The42

# Opinion

Give it a rest, Darren: why the Open champion needs to shut up about drink

Oct 20th 2011, 5:58 PM 1,708 Views 5 Comments

The European Tour veteran’s ceaseless alcohol-related bragging isn’t just unimaginative, it’s beginning to tarnish the memory of his Open victory, risks making him look pathetic in the process.