Rethinking Drinking

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has created a new Web site and booklet that might be a useful tool for psychiatrists treating patients with or at risk for alcohol problems. Called“ Rethinking Drinking,” the materials present evidence-based information about risky drinking patterns, the alcohol content of drinks, and the signs of an alcohol problem, along with information about medications and other resources to help people who choose to cut back or quit drinking. The Web site, at<RethinkingDrinking.niaaa.nih.gov>, also features interactive tools, such as calculators for measuring alcohol calories and drink sizes.

Copies of the “Rethinking Drinking” booklet can be downloaded from<RethinkingDrinking.niaaa.nih.gov> or ordered from NIAAA by phone at (301) 443-3860. ▪