Characterising the patterns of and factors associated with increased alcohol consumption since <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 in a <scp>UK</scp> sample

Abstract

In this self-selected UK sample, a significant proportion of individuals reported drinking more frequently in lockdown, drinking more units per drinking occasion and more frequent HED. There were consistent predictors of increased consumption across men and women, but other gender differences were detected. This study identifies groups that may require targeted support in future lockdowns.