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.