How to Tell If Your Holiday Drinking Is Becoming a Problem

How to Tell If Your Holiday Drinking Is Becoming a Problem
'Tis the season to be jolly, and that often involves a few drinks. That makes it a great time to reflect on our drinking generally. Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when holiday parties collide with collegiate and professional athletics events. What do they all have in common? Booze, lots of it, and often free. It’s no wonder the lead reindeer has a red nose.

Of course, drinking isn’t limited to a single season, but it holds a prominent place during the holidays. Across a few short weeks, consumption of spiked cider, boozy nog, wine, beer, cocktails, and variations thereof may be higher than at any other point in the year. One industry study suggested that drinking doubles at this time of year. During this party time, we see up close the drinking habits of our partners, co-workers, relatives and, of course, ourselves.
Sara Jo Nixon
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