The Merediths explore drinking—whether we, collectively, as a society might have a drinking problem.

“Women in America are drinking far more, and far more frequently, than their mothers or grandmothers did, and alcohol consumption is killing them in record numbers.”  Washington Post

What is moderation?

We hear the term “drink in moderation” all the time - what does that really mean? Is one drink a day moderation? What if you don’t drink during the week but you finish a bottle of wine on a Friday night in PJs in the comfort of your living room? Is that still considered moderation?

Why do we drink?

Emotional, social and societal triggers

Our own personal experiences with alcohol

The Merediths share their stories

What messaging are we getting from the mass and social media? culture? our friends?

Do we have a drinking problem? And if yes, what are some ways to get beyond it?

What are the health implications of drinking?

How to start on the road to “quitting” if that’s what you need to do

Resources:

http://www.drinkerscheckup.com/http://www.hipsobriety.com

http://www.aa.org/

http://al-anon.org/

https://www.na.org/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/addiction

http://www.addictionsandrecovery.org/what-is-addiction.html

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