19th-25th November is Alcohol Awareness Week and this year’s campaign is focusing on Change.

To explore this, we’re taking a look at many different ways that change can influence the way we think and feel about alcohol – including:

• Changing attitudes to alcohol. There are times when drinking seems more like an expectation than a choice. We’re exploring drinking culture to encourage healthier attitudes towards alcohol.
• Making lifestyle changes. Drinking as part of your routine (including social drinking) could be doing more harm to your health than you realise. This year, we’re encouraging everyone to recognise harmful drinking and take steps to cut down gradually.
• Challenging stigma. Some people are reluctant to access treatment services because they’re afraid of being judged about their alcohol use. We’re striving to change that.
• Celebrating change. When it comes to recovery from alcohol dependency, demonstrating the positive impact of change can inspire others. We’re sharing stories of people who have thrived in recovery.