Articles on: Addiction and recovery

What is sober shaming?

Increasing numbers of us are choosing to cut out alcohol. A 2019 report by the Office of National Statistics says the average person drinks around 40% less than in 2004, with one in five choosing not to drink at all. But new research reveals that the path to conscious drinking doesn’t always run smoothly, particularly for men who want to cut down or cut out alcohol entirely. This article explores how it is important not to make someone feel uncomfortable for not drinking.

Updated on: 13/04/2023

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