James Morris
James Morris
Lockdown drinkers? COVID-19 and alcohol use
Lockdown drinkers? COVID-19 and alcohol use
Lockdown drinkers? COVID-19 and alcohol use
Friday 29th January 2021
Experts discuss COVID-19's impact on alcohol use, mental health, and recovery strategies in this episode of The Alcohol Problem Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Lockdown and Liquor: How COVID-19 Shaped Our Drinking Habits
Lockdown created the space for participants to say: actually I can play with abstinence or sobriety, I can take a break from my drinking and I can, you know, use this period to stop drinking, but without the kind of pressures or triggers or social cues that would come with going to the pub, for example.
What happens when a global pandemic meets our drinking habits? In this episode of The Alcohol Problem Podcast, Dr. James Morris dives into the unexpected ways COVID-19 has influenced alcohol consumption. With a lineup of experts like Dr. Sadie Boniface and Habib Kadiri from the Institute of Alcohol Studies, listeners get a deep look at research findings that go beyond the usual media headlines. Ever wondered how lockdowns have changed the way we drink at home? Dr.
Emily Nicholls and Dr. Dominic Conroy share eye-opening stories from interviews with everyday drinkers. Meanwhile, Dr. Gillian Shorter brings in British Psychological Society guidelines to help healthcare professionals tackle these new challenges. But it's not just about stats and studies. The episode also features real voices like Rosy and Martin, who reflect on their personal journeys with alcohol over the past year.
Daren Lee, a counselor and trainee psychologist, sheds light on the shift from face-to-face recovery groups to online support during the pandemic. From increased home drinking to rising concerns about domestic violence, the episode covers it all. Policy solutions such as raising alcohol duties and limiting availability are discussed as potential public health measures.
And let's not forget the mental health angle – the pandemic has made many rethink their relationship with alcohol, leading some to experiment with sobriety in a pressure-free environment. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how the pandemic has reshaped our drinking habits and what we can do moving forward. Whether you're curious about the science or looking for personal stories of resilience, there's something here for everyone.