Do you personally consume alcohol, or are you a total abstainer?

Yes, I consume alcohol (64%) – "There a lot of alternatives to alcohol today. One of them is coffee. It's nice every once in awhile as a treat, but I don't think as many people are going for the party life."

• "When I was younger, my drinking was "consistent" but as I've gotten older, I don't really enjoy the effects anymore (being buzzed/tipsy/noticeably intoxicated) and there are after-effects from just 1-2 drinks, which wasn't an issue 20 years ago. There are plenty of other beverages I enjoy that don't have 'side effects' so I've moved on."

"As your poll indicates, much research has been released about the detrimental effects of even a little alcohol. I have also made a commitment to my own health and mental well being and alcohol has very little space in that lifestyle."

• "I'll only drink if I go out and have a cocktail. Other than that, I prefer cannabis over alcohol. I think a large part of that is because I don't really have an interest in going out to bars like I used to. I much prefer a night in."

"I am not abstinent and like a good whiskey from time to time...like a few times a month. Alcohol is meant to be enjoyed. If you drink too much, that's no longer possible."

• "I enjoy a glass of wine (or 2) with dinner; and we enjoy getting together with friends for cocktails and snacks."

No, I’m a total abstainer (31%) – "Used to drink heavily in twenties, hangovers get worse. Daily cannabis user now, much happier!"

• "Because I no longer drink alcohol at all. I was previously a casual drinker, but a little over a year ago I decided to stop completely. My wife had done so a bit earlier due to serious digestive track issue that required surgery. So, we're all in favor of people who like to drink doing so. We just choose not to.... for now!"

"I don’t drink for religious reasons, but I’m so grateful I never felt like I had the choice when I was younger and may have been tempted to try it. (I’m 27. Old GenZ.) I have seen the life-ruining effects of alcoholism in multiple aunts and uncles."

I’m too young to drink (5%)