Tanning: As addictive as drugs, booze
April 21st, 2010 - 4:11 am ICT by IANSLondon, April 21 (IANS) Tanning is as addictive as drugs and booze, say experts.
Many Britons who use sunbeds display the same patterns of behaviour seen in serious substance abusers, reports express.co.uk.
Researcher of the study, Catherine Mosher of University at Albany, New York, said: “Treating a mood disorder may be a necessary step for those who frequently tan indoors.”
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