Institute of Alcohol Studies

Alcohol Alert Podcast

Institute of Alcohol Studies

  • Alcohol Alert - March 2022

Alcohol Alert - March 2022

Thursday 31st March 2022

Cara Fletcher and Richard Piper debate the real impact of Dry January and explore deeper solutions to alcohol dependence in this 'Alcohol Alert Podcast' episode.
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Dry January: Helpful Habit or Hollow Gesture?

It creates this false psychotomy, like you say, that almost certainly they're good for some people and not so good for other people. And it's, I guess, about the sort of weighing up of how much more useful it is for the people that is useful for, and ensuring that the targeting of people is as effective as possible.
Is Dry January really making a difference, or is it just a feel-good trend? In this episode of the 'Alcohol Alert Podcast', experts Cara Fletcher and Richard Piper tackle this very question. They dig into the benefits and potential pitfalls of the Dry January campaign, a movement that has seen a surge in popularity but also faces criticism for possibly offering a superficial fix to deeper issues of alcohol dependence. The conversation doesn't stop there.
Cara and Richard also discuss how policy and regulation can shift cultural attitudes towards alcohol. They suggest that while Dry January can be a useful starting point, more inclusive and accountable approaches might be needed for lasting change. If you're curious about reducing your own alcohol intake or want to support someone else on their journey, this episode offers valuable perspectives. Tune in to hear an engaging discussion that could reshape how you view alcohol reduction efforts.
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