Monday, February 14, 2005

Teen Binge Drinking Can Do Long-Term Brain Damage

Teen Binge Drinking Can Do Long-Term Brain Damage

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Mounting evidence shows that the still-maturing teenage brain is particularly susceptible to damage from heavy drinking, according to a report published Monday.

A number of recent studies have shown that teenagers who abuse alcohol have problems with memory, learning and other brain functions compared with their peers, while animal research suggests such effects could last into adulthood.