Societal Costs

Blog articles on Sobering Up that depict how societal costs in the United States are affected by drunk driving and alcohol crime.

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Infographic: Drinking & DUIs During the Holidays

There’s one holiday tradition we could all do without: the spikes in binge drinking, DUIs, and alcohol-involved crashes...

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Infographic: The Scary Truth About Halloween and Drinking 2014

Halloween is no longer just for Trick-or-Treaters. The last decade has seen a spike in the number of...

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Beer May Be Coming to a College Football Game Near You

Colleges may have a reputation for being awash in alcohol, but traditionally college football stadiums have been a...

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Should Passengers be Held Responsible for Drunk Drivers?

Thomas Gallagher has a long history of alcohol-related offenses and, sadly, it is not surprising that he was...

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CDC Reports 1 in 10 Adult Deaths Tied to Excessive Drinking

Courtesy of the CDC Intoxicated driving may be the most high-profile cause of alcohol-related deaths, but a new...

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Report: New NFL drug policy would suspend first-time DUI offenders but reduce fines

According to recent news reports, as the NFL and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) continue to discuss changes...

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New Research: Kids Riding With Drunk Drivers Much Less Likely to Be Buckled Up

A new study shows that when it comes to drunk driving crashes, children are far more likely to die...

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Drinking Game #NekNominate Goes Viral on Social Media

From reading updates from friends and family to watching cute cat videos, Americans spend on average over 3...

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Blackout Wednesday lives up to its name: Binge drinking and drunk driving spike on Thanksgiving Eve

Looking forward to scoring mega deals on Black Friday? You have to make it through Blackout Wednesday first....

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Don’t Let Drunk Driving Turn Halloween into a Real Nightmare

Spirits may be responsible for mayhem this All Hallows’ Eve, but they are likely to be of the...