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Toxic masculinity and binge drinking

Having a few drinks is viewed as a good way of socialising and relaxing, however it can equally be destructive to physical and mental wellbeing. Writer Michael Handrick looks at how toxic masculine culture and substance abuse can come hand in hand.

Illustration of a boy with his hands up to another guy who has bought a round of drinks with the words in the back reading " I don't even want a drink though"

You don't have to drink to prove yourself.

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binge drinking| men's mental health

By Michael Handrick

Updated on 08-Dec-2017

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