Overview
Binge drinking is a pattern of alcohol consumption that raises blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to 0.08 grams per deciliter or higher. This typically occurs after consuming five or more drinks for men, or four or more drinks for women, within about two hours. Binge drinking carries numerous health risks, including an increased likelihood of falls, burns, drownings, and car crashes. It also contributes to liver and heart disease, mental health and memory conditions such as depression and dementia, and raises the risk of developing cancer.
Goal
Reduce the proportion of adults who exhibit binge-drinking behavior from 28.6% to the Healthy People 2030 target of 25.4% by June 30, 2029.
Target Population
Adults 18+
Adult Binge Drinking chart description: Chart shows that 28.6% of randomly surveyed adults exhibit binge-drinking behavior, as compared to the Healthy People 2030 target of 25.4%.
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- Binge drinking – Four or more drinks for women, or five or more drinks for men during an occasion.
- Heavy drinking – eight or more drinks for women, or 15 or more drinks for men during a week.
- CDC binge drinking definitions
