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Irish History Podcast
Addiction in Irish History
Sep 27, 2023
The podcast explores addiction in Irish society at the turn of the 20th century, focusing on alcohol addiction and its consequences. It delves into the life of Sarah Garvey, a woman affected by this epidemic, and explores the challenges she faced, including economic instability, marital abuse, and addiction. The chapter also discusses the government's response, the lack of support available, and wider attitudes towards alcoholism in Irish society.
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- Alcohol consumption in 19th-century Ireland was a significant social problem, leading to increased crime rates and limited understanding of addiction.
- The case of Sarah Garvey exemplifies the limited resources and societal attitudes that hindered effective intervention for addiction in Ireland during the 20th century.
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Alcohol addiction in 19th century Ireland
In the 19th century, alcohol consumption in Ireland, particularly in the aftermath of the Great Hunger, became a major problem for society. The number of pubs increased dramatically, and alcohol-related crime represented a significant portion of prison sentences. However, there was limited understanding of addiction, and the government's approach to tackling alcoholism was ineffective, primarily focusing on prosecuting those found drunk in public.
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