Disney World axes beloved character from park after 50 years due to fears it could offend alcoholics
A sad day for the Magic Kingdom. Disney have announced the removal of a beloved character from their Disney World theme park because they have come to the realisation that it’s “offensive and derogatory”. The Country Bear Jamboree at Magic Kingdom has been a staple at the park for decades, with Liver Lips McGrowl considered […]
2 years ago
Vicky Pattison fears her children will inherit alcoholism
Vicky Pattinson reflected on her fear of having a family. Vicky Pattison has opened up about her fear of having children because of her previous struggles with alcohol. The reality star explained that she is concerned about her babies inheriting alcoholism. During an interview on This Morning, Pattison spoke out about potential genetic alcoholism. She […]
4 years ago
Over 900 children were treated in Irish hospitals for drug and alcohol-related illnesses in 2020
228 of these children were aged less than nine years old. According to Freedom of Information figures released to Newstalk earlier this week, over 900 children were treated in Irish hospitals for drug and alcohol-related illnesses last year. Two-thirds of these were girls. The conditions include drug or alcohol poisoning, a mental health disorder due […]
5 years ago
200,000 Irish children are living in homes with parents who are impacted by alcohol
A growing problem. According to a new study, 200,000 children in Ireland are living with parents experiencing problems with alcohol. The study, from Alcohol Action Ireland (AAI) and University College Cork’s School of Applied Psychology, also found that 400,000 Irish people are adults who were brought up in such homes. In light of the finds […]
6 years ago