Not sure about grabbing that beer? You’re not alone. Americans are reaching for alcohol at record lows, according to a new Gallup survey.
The survey, out Aug. 20, found the number of Americans who say they drink alcohol sits at 54% for the second consecutive year − and health concerns appear to be a major factor.
“Fifty-one percent of U.S. adults now believe drinking one or two alcoholic beverages a day is bad for one’s health,” the survey results noted. “The figure is essentially unchanged from last year’s record-high 53%.”
In 2001, only 27% considered moderate drinking bad for one’s health, according to Gallup.
Health concerns? Maybe being priced out of the market? Canada stops buying, price goes up for americans, easy-peasey, lemon-squeezy.
I think social media has affected this as well. Video and pictures mean people don’t want to embarrass themselves as much. Also, marijuana is legal in a lot of places and doesn’t mix with alcohol as well for everyone.
I think you’re right that it’s social media, but it’s for a different reason. Social media is now the drug of choice.
Exactly got to look good for the gram or TikTok.
Most people where I live are sticking to body conscious cocaine!
Back in my day, the only grams we had WERE drugs!
I wonder how the percentages for marijuana have changed and whether they make up the difference.
It’s more than that. Many, many careers have been killed by office parties with alcohol. DUI is expensive.