Dr. Tim Naimi

Dr. Tim Naimi, Director of the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, dives into the rising trend of dry January and the significant drop in young adults' alcohol consumption over the past two decades. He discusses new health guidelines suggesting risks start with just three drinks a week, challenging long-held beliefs about moderate drinking. The conversation explores the intersection of loneliness and drinking, the cultural shift towards sobriety, and the growing popularity of non-alcoholic options, highlighting a shift in societal attitudes.

Dr. Tim Naimi, Director of the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, discusses new guidelines highlighting alcohol's health risks, revealing even moderate drinking may pose serious dangers. He examines the trend among young people toward sobriety and non-alcoholic options, driven largely by the pandemic. The conversation explores how this cultural shift impacts social dynamics and personal identities, advocating for healthier social interactions while challenging long-held beliefs about alcohol consumption.