Editor's note

Kids these days. They’re just not getting as drunk as they used to. Not only are the heaviest of drinkers under the age of 25 drinking less, there are more young people identifying as non-drinkers than ever before. Dominic Conroy has recently published a book of research that pulls together the many reasons for this change. They range from the social and cultural to economic and health concerns.

With excessive alcohol consumption causing various chronic diseases, we’ve got a lot to learn from these youngsters. Research shows that many feel social stigma or “fear of missing out” for drinking less but they do it anyway. Perhaps they are changing drinking culture for the better.

Elsewhere on The Conversation, an expert in banking and finance explains why central bankers are struggling to stymie the turmoil in stock markets brought on by coronavirus. And find out why the grammar police often get it wrong.

Annabel Bligh

Business & Economy Editor and Podcast Producer

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