binge drinking

UBC researchers identify the most dangerous prescriptions for B.C. drivers

It’s well-known that drinking and driving is linked to a high risk of causing a car crash. But taking common prescription medications like sleeping pills, opioids and medication used to treat anxiety and depression also poses a risk.

Apr 22, 2021

Teens consuming less alcohol, but LGB youth rates declining more slowly

Teens consuming less alcohol, but LGB youth rates declining more slowly

British Columbian teens of all sexual orientations are drinking less alcohol compared to youth in the late 1990s, according to a new UBC study that’s one of the first to compare trends in alcohol use among straight and sexual minority youth.

Jul 5, 2017

Anti-homophobia measures reduce binge drinking for all students

Anti-homophobia measures reduce binge drinking for all students

Canadian high schools with long-standing anti-homophobia policies or gay-straight alliances (GSAs) have a positive effect on gay and straight students’ problem alcohol use.

Aug 15, 2013