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Home drinking in the UK: trends and causes
John H Foster1, Colin S Ferguson
1Department of Family Care and Mental Health, University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Campus, Eltham, London, UK. j.h.foster@gre.ac.uk
Alcohol and Alcoholism (Oxford, Oxfordshire)
|March 1, 2012
Summary
UK adults increasingly consume alcohol at home, driven by convenience and cost. This trend, particularly
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Alcohol Studies
Background:
- A notable shift in UK alcohol consumption patterns has been observed.
- There is a growing trend of adults consuming alcohol within their homes rather than in licensed establishments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the increasing trend of home alcohol consumption in the United Kingdom.
- To identify the primary motivations behind the shift towards drinking at home.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted using Medline with keywords 'home drinking', 'alcohol', and 'adult' for the period 2000-2011.
- Six relevant articles were selected from the initial search, supplemented by a review of grey literature, including market research and survey data.
Main Results:
- Since 1970, beer consumption at home has surpassed that in licensed premises, with a marked increase in overall home drinking since 2000.
- Key drivers for home consumption include convenience, cost savings, perceived safety, autonomy, and stress relief.
- The practice of 'pre-loading' (consuming alcohol before going out) has also risen. Adults engaging in home drinking acknowledge risks of higher consumption but often downplay potential long-term harm.
Conclusions:
- The rise in home alcohol consumption presents potential long-term public health implications.
- Understanding the underlying factors driving this trend is crucial for developing effective public health policies and interventions.
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