The Rising Popularity Of ’Dry Dating’

It's not uncommon — or even always bad — to drink on a date. But most of us have a story of over-doing it and having one too many drinks.

At what point does alcohol hinder our ability to make true romantic connections, or blunt our decision-making so that we wind up with someone our sober selves wouldn't have chosen?

Dry dating is becoming more popular. According to a 2024 survey from the dating site DatingNews.com, nearly 2 in 3 Gen-Z and Millennials said they preferred alcohol-free dates.

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we talk about the benefits of dating and intimacy without alcohol.

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