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Alcohol Consumption During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Critical Review
A Merlo1, P A Hendriksen1, N R Severeijns1
1Division of Pharmacology, Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
The COVID-19 pandemic saw reduced alcohol consumption overall, but 26% of individuals increased their intake, especially during lockdowns. Factors like being female and poorer mental health correlated with increased alcohol use.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered daily life globally.
- Understanding its impact on health behaviors, such as alcohol consumption, is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and summarize the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on individual alcohol consumption patterns.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive search of PubMed was conducted to identify relevant studies.
- 100 articles were included, analyzing changes in alcohol consumption and influencing factors like demographics and mental health.
Main Results:
- Overall alcohol consumption showed no change (51%) or a reduction (23%).
- However, 26% of individuals reported increased alcohol consumption, particularly during lockdown periods.
- Increased consumption was linked to being female, having children at home, higher education, and poorer mental health.
Conclusions:
- While overall alcohol consumption decreased during the pandemic, a notable subgroup increased their intake.
- Identifying subpopulations with increased alcohol consumption is vital for targeted public health interventions.
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