The New Directions in the Study of Alcohol Group (NDSAG) is concerned with the use and abuse of alcohol in society, and the treatment of people with alcohol-related problems. Its aim is to promote a better understanding of these topics. The Group is mainly a forum for debate; where anybody concerned with helping people with drinking problems is encouraged to exchange ideas, share results and learn about new developments in the field. The main focus of NDSAG activity is the Annual Conference, a series of presentations, debates and networking spread over three or four days. We also produce a journal based upon key presentations from the conference. 36th Annual NDSAG Conference NDSAG Annual conference 2012 will take place from Thursday 24th May 2012 to Sunday 27th May 2012, with the keynote seminar on Friday 25th. The conference will be held in Llandindrod Wells, Powys, Wales. Click here for 2012 flier and here for our 1st draft 2012 programme Past programmes are available on our archive blog (see below). NDSAG annual conferences are supported by a grant from Alcohol Research UK (formerly the Alcohol Education & Research Council, AERC) and each year has included a one day alcohol research symposium hosted by them. Discussion We have a LinkedIn group for NDSAG members and interested people in the alcohol field. The NDSAG Blog http://ndsag.blogspot.com will be replaced by updates to this site, but will remain as an archive of previous conferences.  The existing NDSAG yahoo email discussion group has rarely been used, and so it has been closed. The best placed for joining in discussions with NDSAG members is at the annual conference.      Home - An introduction to New Directions Made with Xara NDSAG is not able to give help and advice to individuals regarding drink problems. If you require help of this nature Alcohol Concern has a list of agencies in your area that can help. Click to contact New Directions in the Study of Alcohol Group (Registered Charity No: 281398) For any enquiries or comments about this website please contact Adrian Brown (contact@ndsag.org)