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Young Women Outpace Men in Binge Drinking Rates

4/18/2025

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A recent JAMA study uncovers a concerning trend: young women aged 18 to 25 are binge drinking more than young men, with 31.6% of women engaging in this risky behavior compared to 29.9% of men. Yet, amidst this rise, overall alcohol consumption among young Americans has seen a decline compared to previous generations.

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A recent JAMA study uncovers a concerning trend: young women aged 18 to 25 are binge drinking more than young men, with 31.6% of women engaging in this risky behavior compared to 29.9% of men. Yet, amidst this rise, overall alcohol consumption among young Americans has seen a decline compared to previous generations.