The coronavirus pandemic has led to some positive improvements in health and well being. Parents have reported spending more time with their kids, others say slowing down has helped calm chaotic schedules. But it has also led to an increase in alcohol consumption. So why are parents drinking more, and is it too much? Craig Martin is the Head of Evidence and Innovation at the Alcohol and Drug Foundation. He talks about the most recent research, and what is known about the way parents are drinking.

<div>The coronavirus pandemic has led to some positive improvements in health and well being. Parents have <a href="https://babyology.com.au/podcasts/feedplaylove/poll-reveals-how-aussie-families-have-been-affected-by-the-pandemic/" target="_blank">reported</a> spending more time with their kids, others say slowing down has helped calm chaotic schedules. But it has also led to an increase in alcohol consumption. So why are parents drinking more, and is it too much? Craig Martin is the Head of Evidence and Innovation at the <a href="https://adf.org.au/" target="_blank">Alcohol and Drug Foundation</a>. He talks about the most recent research, and what is known about the way parents are drinking.</div><div><br></div>

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