News tagged with money problems

Study: Off-campus college party hosts drink more than attendees

On any given weekend, at least 10 percent of students at a single college could be hosting a party, and on average, party hosts who live off campus are drinking more and engaging in more alcohol-related problem behaviors ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Jan 24, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Under money strains, some older adults may turn to alcohol

During financial hard times, some older adults may turn to alcohol or cigarettes as a way to cope, according to a study in the November issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.

Medicine & Health / Health

created Nov 09, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

'Drunkorexia:' A recipe for disaster

It is well known that eating disorders are common among teens and college students. Heavy alcohol consumption is another well-known unhealthy habit of this age group. A new study from the University of Missouri shows that ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Oct 17, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

US births down for 3rd year; economy may be factor

(AP) -- U.S. births apparently have declined for a third year in a row, probably because of the weak economy.

Medicine & Health / Health

created Jun 15, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 3

Winning While Losing: New Strategy Solves 'Two-Envelope' Paradox

(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers from Australia have taken a step toward resolving a seemingly simple yet unsolved paradox known as the "two-envelope" problem. They’ve worked out a new strategy that can enable ...

Other Sciences / Mathematics

created Aug 18, 2009 | popularity 3.6 / 5 (34) | comments 42 feature

Study: Depending on the problem, media may be an escape or a way to cope

The last thing most people in a bad love affair want to do is to read informational articles about romance. But people facing financial difficulties often choose to read articles which may help them cope with their money ...

Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry

created Jun 10, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0