The XX Factor : alcohol abuse

Real Talk for Real Housewives

Jessica Grose — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:22:00 GMT

Torie , I agree that last night's Housewives trainwreck was difficult to watch.However, I object to your characterization of Gretchen as so very helpless. Yes, she's going through a rough time with her fiance in the hospital, but you're not allowing her...(read more)

Do Women Drink To Replace What Was Lost When We Got The Pill?

Moe Tkacik — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:55:00 GMT

Jennifer , I don't think my reaction to 'Gender Bender' was so different from yours. Ultimately I just found it unsatisfying. Because you're right: it's a problem both genders share. So why? What does it signify? And what can be done? About 10 years ago...(read more)

Do Women Really Aspire To Drink Men "Under The Table"?

Moe Tkacik — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:02:00 GMT

If there is a cultural phenomenon about which I can really do without the expertise contained within the average weekly magazine feature on the subject, it is the one about women who live in New York and drink more than they ought. Still, I am a female...(read more)

Rule Britannia

Sophie Gilbert — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:02:00 GMT

According to an article published in the London Times today, we Brits are now the most promiscuous nation in the world (of the western industrial nations, that is). In terms of one-night stands, total number of partners, and our "relaxed" attitude to...(read more)