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Tag Archives: alcohol consumption
What are Estonians like?
University of Tartu psychologists describe a typical Estonian: What is her character and mood like, how much she eats and drinks. Continue reading
Posted in Estonia, Research, Social sciences
Tagged alcohol consumption, body weight, character, Estonians, happiness, Russians
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Genes and Culture that Make You Drink (Alcohol)
Neuropsychopharmacologist Jaanus Harro and ethnologist Aimar Ventsel shed light on the genetic and cultural aspects of alcohol consumption. Continue reading
Posted in General, Medical sciences, Research, Social sciences
Tagged alcohol, alcohol consumption, drinking alcohol, environment, genetics, legislation
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To Drink, or Not To Drink?
Why do people drink when the results can often be catastrophic? Aimar Ventsel shows that similarly to over-indulging in booze, abstaining can lead to uncomfortable situations, too. Continue reading
Posted in Events, Humanities, Research, Social sciences, Tartu
Tagged alcohol, alcohol consumption, conference, drinking, drinking alcohol, North, ritual, Siberia, tradition
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