Citation

Barker CT. J. R. Army Med. Corps 2004; 150(3): 168-174.

Affiliation

Adult Psychiatry, MHHU Wegberg, BFHC, BFPO 40. ctp@doctors.org.uk

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, UK Royal Army Medical Corps)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

15624406

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To raise awareness within the Defence Medical Services regarding the potential effect of post-alcohol impairment / alcohol hangover. METHOD: Literature relating to post-alcohol impairment / alcohol hangover, and the evidence for impairment is reviewed, with discussion relating to UK Armed Forces. CONCLUSION: The evidence for performance impairment during alcohol hangover is not conclusive. Until further evidence is available policy should acknowledge the potential for impaired functioning, particularly the morning after a heavy drinking session, and even when blood alcohol has returned to zero. Recommendations for clinical practice and areas for further research are presented.

Language: en