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  • Sociology
  • Behavioral Science

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  • Alcohol consumption is a significant public health issue with complex social determinants.
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  • Understanding this movement is crucial for developing effective alcohol reduction strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the "sober curious" movement from both supply and demand perspectives.
  • To investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to sober curiosity in four distinct heavy-drinking populations.
  • To develop evidence-based, co-designed interventions for alcohol reduction tailored to specific social groups.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative interviews with sober curious stakeholders and case study groups (construction workers, LGBTQ+ women, hospitality staff, students).
  • Citizen science and social media analysis of marketing and content related to alcohol-free products.
  • National surveys, ethnography, and deliberative symposia involving diverse stakeholders.

Main Results:

  • The study protocol is funded and approved, commencing in July 2025.
  • It will provide insights into the marketing strategies of alcohol-free products and consumer engagement.
  • It will identify key drivers of alcohol consumption and opportunities for intervention within specific social contexts.

Conclusions:

  • The research will yield a scalable intervention template for reducing alcohol consumption in heavy-drinking social environments.
  • Findings will inform public health policies and interventions, promoting broader societal benefits.
  • This study aims to foster significant economic, environmental, social, and cultural advantages nationally and internationally.