Based on the landmark article
Colder Weather and Fewer Sunlight Hours Increase Alcohol Consumption and Alcoholic Cirrhosis Worldwide
Ventura-Cots M, Watts AE, Cruz-Lemini M, et al. Hepatology. 2019;69(5):1916-1930.
The study looked at data from
193 countries
50 states and
3,144 counties in the US
Data from the World Health Organization, World Meteorological Organization, and the Institute on Health Metrics and Evaluation.
In colder regions with less sunlight
More people drink alcohol
They have more drinks
They drink more often
They’re more likely to binge drink
Ventura-Cots M, Watts AE, Cruz-Lemini M, et al. Hepatology. 2019;69(5):1916-1930.
Public alcohol awareness programs should focus on cold, dark places.
Ventura-Cots M, Watts AE, Cruz-Lemini M, et al. Hepatology. 2019;69(5):1916-1930.
Are you in a cold, dark place?
An alcohol awareness program could help you.
Growing up, my dad was a very brilliant and high-functioning individual who found a lot of success at work and within his family, so his struggle with alcohol was easy for him to deny. The alcohol began to take over and when he was ready to fight it, it seemed just too big for him to tackle. He ultimately lost his battle with alcohol at 58 years old and I lost all the important milestones I'm supposed to share with my dad.
Reject the societal norms and pressures that glorify drinking and destructive habits, and instead make room to feed the passions and priorities that lead to a better, more fulfilled life. In unity we find freedom. Win the day, one day at a time!
During these winter months with less light and colder days, alcohol use can snowball quickly and quietly, becoming a powerful force that reshapes your life. There is no shame in asking for help or taking measures to re-examine your relationship with alcohol.
