“There’s actually been a 41% increase in heavy drinking days among women since onset of the pandemic.”Why would more women be turning to drink than men? A tale of lost boundariesThe pandemic has also blurred the boundaries between home and work for many women. “It’s like the whole society is on fire, including those who have known mental health and substance use disorders,” Mittal said. “Any amount of drinking does increase your risk of breast cancer, and that is a unique risk among women,” Wakeman said. Another sign: You continue drinking despite that negative impact on your physical or mental health.

Source: CNN January 23, 2022 18:37 UTC