Have Your Drinking Habits Changed in Recent Years?
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The Changing Landscape of Alcohol Consumption
Dry January is trickling to a close, marking the end of a month when many people rethink their relationship with drinking. Even beyond January, though, there’s a clear shift underway in how we talk about alcohol. Concepts like 'mindful drinking' have taken hold; zero-proof mocktails and sober bars are becoming more common. But at the same time, rates of excessive drinking have risen in the wake of the pandemic. One study found that binge drinking reached a historic high in 2022 among people ages 35 to 50.
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Tell Us About Your Alcohol Consumption
Have your drinking habits changed over the last few years, or have they stayed the same?
If they have changed, what's behind the shift?
When it comes to alcohol consumption, what does a typical week look like for you? How many drinks do you have? Do you drink more at home or while out? Alone or with friends?
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