It’s festival season, which means great music, welly boots and unforgettable experiences. If you are heading to a music festival this summer, why not try going sober? Explore the benefits of going sober at a festival and check out our…
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Alcohol use among LGBTQ+ adult communities – Irelands’ need for more inclusive research
It has been well documented how alcohol has traditionally been deeply embedded in all aspects of life in Ireland, both in social and celebratory events and in daily living (Doyle et al. 2024). Positive indicators of shifts in both attitudes…
Sober-Curious Valentine’s & Galentine’s
Celebrate with Clarity and Connection Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all about champagne toasts and wine-paired dinners. Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, or just looking for a fresh way to celebrate, this hallmark holiday can be just as romantic and…
Blue Monday: Drinkaware Urges Commitment to Dry January, with Tips to Help You Stick to Your New Years Resolutions
16th January 2025 – Drinkaware, the national independent charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol misuse, encourages everyone to stay committed to their January’s Resolution on ‘Blue Monday’, often described as the most challenging day of the year. While Blue…
Exploring Alcohol Use in Farming Communities and Rural Areas
Drinkaware attended the National Ploughing Championships 2024 last week in Ratheniska where we handed out resources and spoke to the public about alcohol facts and harmful drinking. Attending events such as these allows us to educate and inform adults who…
Thrive this Sober October
Tips for a Successful Month Without Alcohol Sober October is a month-long challenge where adults commit to abstaining from alcohol. Whatever your reason, taking a break from alcohol can bring numerous benefits to your overall mental and physical health. Here…
This Alcohol Awareness Week, Research Shows Only 3% of Irish Adults Know What the Low-Risk Weekly Alcohol Guidelines Are
This Alcohol Awareness Week, Drinkaware want to highlight the importance of adhering to the HSE Low-Risk Weekly Guidelines (LRWG’s) and have launched a new awareness campaign, ‘Know the Low’ to highlight what they are. Understanding what the low-risk weekly guidelines…
Research Reveals Men Are More Likely to Binge Drink Than Women, With Men More Prone to Drinking Alone at Home
This Men’s Health Week, Drinkaware says it’s time to talk about men and the impact of excessive alcohol consumption on men’s health. Latest findings from the Drinkaware Barometer 2023* find that: Overall, the data for the past several years has…
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week
Practical Tips for Enhancing Your Mental Well-being The theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is ‘Moving More for Mental Health’, emphasising the significant impact movement has on our mental well-being. According to research from the Drinkaware 2023 Barometer…