Institute of Alcohol Studies
Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol Alert – November 2020
Alcohol Alert – November 2020
Alcohol Alert – November 2020
Monday 30th November 2020
Explore how nudge policies aim to change drinking behaviors and promote public health during lockdown in this 'Alcohol Alert Podcast' episode.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Drinking: How Nudge Policies Aim to Change Behaviors
To what extent can we use nudge policies for effective behaviour change? To what extent do they crowd out other, potentially more effective policy options?
Picture this: lockdowns have turned our homes into mini-pubs, and alcohol is being sold at prices that could make your pocket money stretch. In this eye-opening episode of the 'Alcohol Alert Podcast', brought to you by the Institute of Alcohol Studies, the focus is on how nudge policies are being used to promote responsible drinking and public health.
The November edition dives into the changing landscape of alcohol consumption during lockdown and examines the role of nudge strategies in shaping our drinking habits. With pubs shut and home drinking on the rise, the episode tackles the effectiveness of these subtle policy shifts in encouraging better choices. It’s not all straightforward, though. The discussion takes a critical look at how some nudge tactics might be driven by profit motives rather than public health goals.
For instance, while warning labels on alcohol can steer us towards safer choices, there’s a darker side where 'dark nudges' might push us in the opposite direction. The episode doesn’t shy away from asking tough questions about whether these policies truly work or if they overshadow more impactful measures. As our healthcare systems face unprecedented strain, the podcast emphasizes the need for thoughtful and effective policies to safeguard public health.
Whether you’re curious about policy-making or directly affected by alcohol-related issues, this episode offers valuable insights and raises important questions about the future of alcohol regulation.