Research Snapshot: Drinking to cope: How COVID-19-related stressors linked to drinking behaviour

I wanted to let you know about this EENet Research Snapshot related to drinking and COVID-19.

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant social changes that have never been seen before. These changes have included physical distancing, stay-at-home measures and closing schools to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus, as well as high unemployment and numerous deaths.

Studies have shown that survivors of other community-wide disasters have both mental health and substance use problems. Researchers explored whether people’s experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic are associated with drinking behaviour.

Have a look at the Research Snapshot to learn about their findings.