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Drinking patterns during lockdown with Iain Hardie
Drinking patterns during lockdown with Iain Hardie
Drinking patterns during lockdown with Iain Hardie
Wednesday 23rd March 2022
Dr. Iain Hardie explores how COVID-19 lockdowns changed drinking habits, with insights into shifts in consumption times and potential long-term effects.
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Get the buttons here!Lockdown Drinking Habits: Unpacking the Pandemic's Influence with Dr. Iain Hardie
Overall, there weren't significant changes in total consumption during periods where lockdown restrictions changed, but there were changes in the way that people were drinking and how they were drinking.
How did lockdowns reshape our drinking habits? In this episode of Addiction Audio, Dr. Iain Hardie sheds light on his groundbreaking research into how the COVID-19 pandemic altered alcohol consumption patterns. With the first-ever longitudinal data on this topic, Dr. Hardie discusses the shifts in drinking quantities and behaviors during lockdowns. He highlights how social restrictions led to people drinking later in the day and how those already consuming high levels of alcohol saw an increase in their intake. Dr.
Hardie also dives into the cultural and societal differences between Scotland and England, particularly how these variations influenced drinking alone versus social drinking. He paints a vivid picture of how the pandemic has potentially set the stage for long-term changes in where and how people drink, with more individuals now preferring to drink at home rather than in pubs or bars. But it’s not just about alcohol.
The episode also touches on related research, including the use of e-cigarettes and disparities in smoking habits. Dr. Hardie's insights offer a comprehensive look at how a global crisis can ripple through our daily routines and habits, potentially leaving lasting effects. If you're curious about how the pandemic has reshaped drinking behaviors and what that means for the future, this episode is a must-listen. Dr.
Hardie's research provides a fascinating window into the subtle yet significant ways our lives have been altered.