Study: High School Binge Drinking Predicts Midlife Alcohol Use

Many adults in their 30s to 50s are still partying like it’s high school—only now, the consequences are much higher. A new U-M study reveals surprising trends in alcohol consumption among middle-aged adults, especially women, suggesting that habits formed in adolescence could play a dangerous role in their health today. This study highlights the need for interventions to address these behaviors and their long-term impact on health.