America's Drinking Habits: A Mixed Bag The news that Americans have finally begun to drink less is welcome, but the story is complex and nuanced.
According to a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, heavy alcohol use has declined by 1% across the board since 2022. However, this modest decline conceals some troubling trends.
One of the most striking findings is that while Gen Z and millennials have seen significant decreases in drinking rates, people aged 50 to 64 are increasing their consumption of alcohol at an alarming rate.