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Want to pre-drink before going out? It probably won't save you money, and can be risky to boot

  • Written by: Kim M Caudwell, Lecturer - Psychology | Chair, Researchers in Behavioural Addictions, Alcohol and Drugs (BAAD), Charles Darwin University
Want to pre-drink before going out? It probably won't save you money, and can be risky to bootLouis Hansel/Unsplash

You’re catching up with a few friends before you go out. Everyone’s having a drink, listening to some tunes, and the mood is good. A ride share is pulling up in the driveway – everyone quickly finishes their drinks and piles into the car, headed to a gig where more alcohol will be consumed.

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