During the Salvation Army's Annual Alcohol Awareness Campaign, they've released new, Roy Morgan research that focused on the links between alcohol misuse and mental health. The research included a random national sample of 638 Australians, aged 14 and older. It focused on alcohol consumption and attitudes towards alcohol, particularly regarding mental health.
The study found that 81% think that drinking alcohol has a negative impact on a person's mental health. 21% reported drinking more than they intended to, and 10% reported drinking as a way of dealing with negative emotions.
These findings are very concerning! The Salvos are urging all Australians to think about how they use alcohol and its effects, and ask everyone to make it a topic of conversation with friends and family. For more information about this study, please check the Salvation Army Media Release.
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