If you are not counting the number of standard drinks you are drinking, or strictly limiting your consumption, the answer is probably yes! Many people underestimate how much they drink. It’s common to say “I only drink a bit in the evenings” and then be surprised when it’s added up over a week or a month. Why We Underestimate Our Drinking There are a few reasons people drink more than they realise: - Home serves are bigger: A “glass” of wine at home is often 1.5–2 stand

Drinking alcohol is popular in Australia and on occasion, people can consume too much. We discuss the issue of how much is too much & where alcohol shows up in peoples' lives.