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The Dry January challenge is a campaign developed and delivered by UK charity Alcohol Change UK where people sign up to abstain from alcohol for the month of January. The term "Dry January" is a registered trademark with Alcohol Change UK and was first registered in 2014.[1]

The campaign was first delivered in 2013 by Alcohol Change UK, then operating under the name Alcohol Concern.[2][3] Emily Robinson started an international Dry January campaign when she joined Alcohol Concern in 2012, after giving up alcohol in January 2011 to prepare for a half marathon she noticed the benefits and that people were interested in her experience.[4] While others may have had a month off alcohol in January, Robinson was the first person to turn it into a campaign and trademarked Dry January for Alcohol Concern.[5] Around the same time Nicole Brodeur of The Seattle Times wrote a column on her first Dry January motivated by a friend who had done the same for several years before.[6] The first reported Dry January was in 2008 by Italian-American businessman Frank Posillico in Huntington, New York.[7]

In its first year, 4,000 people signed up for the Dry January challenge and it has grown in popularity ever since with 215,000 people globally signing up to take part in 2024.[8] The Dry January challenge was endorsed by Public Health England in 2015 leading to a large uptake in numbers[9] and steady increase in participants year on year. Research by the University of Sussex published in 2020 found that those signing up to take part in the Dry January challenge using Alcohol Change UK's free Try Dry app and/or coaching emails were twice as likely to have a completely alcohol-free month, compared to those who try to avoid alcohol on their own in January, and have significantly improved wellbeing and healthier drinking six months later.[10]

International partners

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The Dry January challenge has official partners in Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Iceland, France, South Tyrol, the Netherlands[11] and the US.

  • Dry January France launched in 2020, by Federation Addiction.
  • Dry January Switzerland was launched in 2021 by a broad coalition of non-profit organisations, including public innovation platform staatslabor, Blaues Kreuz Schweiz and GREA.[12]
  • Dry January Norway and Iceland was launched in 2022 by a partnership of organisations IOGT, Juvente, and Edru. Blå Kors Norge will deliver the campaign from 2025.
  • Dry January Germany launched in 2023 with Blaues Kreuz Deutschland and Blaues Kreuz Schweiz.
  • Dry January USA launched in 2023 with Meharry Medical College as the official sub-license holder.[13]
  • Dry January South Tyrol (Italy) launched in 2024 with Forum Prävention.
  • In the Netherlands Dry January is a part of the "IkPas" ("i pass") campaign, an initiative of the Trimbos Institute, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences and the local departments of the Municipal Health Service.[11] People can participate in either the 30-day Dry January period, or a 40-day challenge between Ash Wednesday and the Sunday before Easter, the traditional period of Christian Lent.

In some countries, such as the Czech Republic and Canada, Dry February [cs] (or Dry Feb) is campaigned instead. The Finnish Government had launched a campaign called "Sober January" in 1942 as part of its war effort.[14]

In the United States

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A Morning Consult poll conducted January 4–5, 2021, with 2,200 US adults found that 13 percent of American respondents were participating in "Dry January". This compared with 11% in previous years. Of participants, 79 percent attributed the decision to being healthier[15] while 72 percent were trying to drink less alcohol in general; 63 percent said they wanted to "reset" their drinking, and 49 percent said they were drinking too much during the COVID-19 pandemic.[16] In 2022, 35% of adult drinkers decided to become abstinent at the start of the New Year.[17] Some believed that they would go back to their old drinking habits right after Dry January, but studies have shown that the month of abstinence can have a lasting impact for months down the road.[18]

Dry January USA was launched in January 2022, when James E.K. Hildreth, president and CEO of the college, signed a 5-year initial agreement with Alcohol Change UK. The program is based at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee.[19]

Cautions

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For participants with a dependency on alcohol, Dry January may lead to symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome if they start out abstaining completely.[20] For such people, experts advise consultation with a health professional before participating in this exercise.[21][22]

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Dry January is an annual public health initiative challenging participants to abstain from alcohol consumption for the entire month of , aimed at promoting awareness of drinking habits and potential health improvements from temporary sobriety. Originating in the , the campaign was launched in 2013 by the charity Alcohol Change UK (then known as Alcohol Concern), inspired by an individual's personal experiment with alcohol-free living, and initially drew around 4,000 participants. The challenge has since expanded globally, with participation rates showing steady growth; recent surveys indicate that approximately 25-30% of alcohol-consuming adults reported taking part in 2024 and 2025, reflecting broader cultural shifts toward moderated drinking. Empirical evaluations, including randomized trials and longitudinal studies, demonstrate that successful completers often experience sustained reductions in alcohol intake for months afterward, alongside self-reported benefits such as improved , , and overall , though outcomes vary by individual adherence and baseline habits. While the campaign emphasizes short-term as a reset rather than a permanent solution, peer-reviewed supports its role in normalizing lower alcohol consumption without of widespread rebound effects, countering about temporary interventions' long-term efficacy. No major controversies have impeded its growth, though critics note that self-selection among motivated participants may inflate perceived benefits in observational data.

History

Origins in the

Dry January originated as a structured campaign launched in 2013 by Alcohol Concern, a British charity dedicated to addressing alcohol-related harm, which later rebranded as Alcohol Change UK in 2017. The initiative, spearheaded by after she joined the organization, aimed to prompt adults to voluntarily forgo alcohol consumption for the entire month of January, targeting the period immediately following the elevated intake typically seen during the and holidays. In its first iteration, the campaign attracted around 4,000 registrants who accessed provided resources, including motivational tips, progress-tracking tools, and community support to facilitate adherence. Unlike New Year's resolutions, Dry January formalized temporary abstinence as an organized challenge with registration and structured guidance, drawing on principles of to normalize brief pauses in drinking. The campaign's design emphasized accessibility, requiring no formal commitment beyond self-sign-up, while leveraging media promotion to build awareness. An initial independent evaluation of the 2014 edition, conducted by researchers at the , tracked nearly 900 participants and found that 72% reported successfully completing the full month of abstinence when surveyed six months later, underscoring early short-term engagement efficacy. This assessment, published in late 2014, provided foundational data on participation patterns without endorsing broader implications.

Global Expansion and Key Milestones

Following its launch in the in 2013 by Alcohol Change UK, Dry January rapidly expanded internationally through partnerships and grassroots adoption in the mid-2010s. Official partners emerged in countries including , , , , , the , and , facilitating localized campaigns that promoted month-long alcohol . In , hospitality chains like QT hotels integrated Dry January themes into wellness programming, while in the United States, organizations such as Shatterproof began promoting the challenge to combat stigma and encourage sobriety trials. saw parallel uptake, with discussions framing it as a tool for mindful consumption amid evolving guidelines on alcohol risks. A pivotal milestone occurred in the late as media visibility grew, embedding Dry January in global conversations about temporary . By , the campaign had reached , , and beyond the epicenter, with U.S. participation evidenced by events like alcohol-free workshops and app downloads. The marked deeper integration with the "sober-curious" movement, which gained traction post-pandemic after alcohol consumption spiked during lockdowns, prompting reevaluations of drinking habits via and messaging. In , Dry January aligned with broader trends in declining alcohol use, as U.S. rates hit a 96-year low of 54% according to Gallup polling, with experts attributing part of the shift to campaigns like Dry January amid rising sober-curious awareness and post-pandemic health reflections. This development underscored the challenge's role in normalizing periodic globally.

Scale and Demographics

In the , Dry January participation has expanded significantly since its launch, with over 215,000 individuals registering via Alcohol Change UK's official app, emails, and online communities in 2024, a 22% rise from 2023 levels. This follows initial sign-ups of 4,000 in 2013, demonstrating sustained annual growth exceeding 100,000 participants through official channels by the mid-2010s. Globally, the challenge draws millions, though estimates vary by measurement method and region. A 2024 general population survey in extrapolated participation to 4.5 million adults, equating to 12% of past-year alcohol users. , 25% of adults aged 21 and older who consume alcohol reported completing the full period in 2024, per polling data. Participants skew toward moderate drinkers rather than heavy or dependent users, as evidenced by self-reported lower baseline alcohol frequencies and quantities among engagers in a 2024 French . Demographically, engagement is higher among younger adults, with 75% of expressing participation intent in 2024 surveys, alongside overrepresentation of women and those with postsecondary education. Digital trends underscore rising accessibility, with app registrations like Try Dry enabling real-time tracking of units saved and progress, while amplifies awareness and informal participation beyond formal sign-ups.

Recent Developments in Engagement

Participation in Dry January has surged post-2020, with surveys indicating 30% of Americans joining in 2025, a 36% increase from 2024, driven by the sober-curious movement that encourages questioning alcohol's role in daily life without stigma. This movement, emphasizing low-pressure experimentation with , aligns with broader cultural shifts, including a Gallup poll showing U.S. adult drinking at a 96-year low of 54% in 2025, partly attributed to Dry January's visibility and tech-enabled tracking. A 2025 scoping review of peer-reviewed confirmed sustained academic interest in Dry January, noting its growing popularity and associations with temporary yielding short-term reductions in consumption, though calling for more longitudinal studies on sustained effects. Technological adaptations have enhanced engagement, with apps like Try Dry—developed by Alcohol Change UK—providing free tools for streak tracking, mood logging, and behavioral prompts based on evidence-informed strategies, used by tens of thousands annually. Complementary apps such as I Am Sober and Reframe offer sobriety counters, community forums, and personalized coaching, facilitating post-pandemic remote support for participants. Simultaneously, the proliferation of non-alcoholic alternatives, including zero-proof spirits and NA beers, has supported adherence; the NA beverage market grew 29% year-over-year in spirits by 2024, with brands like Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher gaining traction as beer-like options during challenges. In response to critiques of all-or-nothing , variants like "Damp January" emerged as moderation-focused adaptations, encouraging reduced rather than zero intake to build sustainable habits, with proponents arguing it yields better long-term adherence than strict Dry January. Apps such as Sunnyside, emphasizing 33% average consumption reductions through flexible tracking, cater to this approach, reflecting data-driven shifts toward personalized, less rigid engagement amid ongoing debates on efficacy. These evolutions underscore Dry January's adaptation to diverse participant needs, linking to generational trends like 65% of Gen Z intending to drink less in 2025.

Health Effects

Purported Benefits

Participants in Dry January often report enhanced sleep quality, including deeper sleep stages and higher daytime energy levels, attributing it to the elimination of alcohol's interference with REM cycles and overall restfulness. Increased energy levels and reduced daytime fatigue are similarly claimed, linked to alcohol's absence allowing better recovery from its dehydrating and nutrient-depleting effects. Mental clarity and improved concentration are frequently self-reported, posited to stem from diminished cognitive fog induced by regular alcohol consumption. Weight loss is another common purported outcome, primarily from forgoing alcohol's —typically 7 calories per gram—and associated snacking habits, as well as reduced fat synthesis and improved fat metabolism. Proponents suggest better [hydration](/page/Hydration] and skin appearance due to alcohol's properties no longer counteracting , alongside improved gut health from resolved dehydration and a more balanced microbiome environment. On a motivational level, the challenge is said to reset drinking habits after holiday excesses, fostering greater of consumption patterns and triggers. Some participants claim longer-term habit shifts, including voluntarily reduced alcohol intake beyond January, as a byproduct of experiencing these acute improvements.

Scientific Evidence on Outcomes

A prospective of the 2014 Dry January campaign by researchers tracked 835 participants who completed the abstinence challenge, finding that at six-month follow-up, 67% reported lower overall alcohol consumption than pre-challenge baselines and 86% reported less frequent , with associated increases in drink refusal . These self-reported behavioral shifts persisted for a subset, suggesting potential for mid-term modification through temporary . A 2025 scoping review synthesizing peer-reviewed Dry January studies corroborated short- and mid-term reductions in alcohol intake among successful completers (typically light-to-moderate drinkers with higher ), alongside enhanced and drink refusal . Biological markers improved transiently, including significant declines in liver enzymes such as (ALT), gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST), reduced liver fat content, improved cholesterol and blood sugar regulation, and lowered blood pressure that begins within days and often normalizes within one month, as observed in cohorts. Small-scale imaging studies of one-month , analogous to Dry January, demonstrated reduced liver fat content compared to continued drinkers, though such gains revert without sustained . Rebound consumption occurred in a minority (approximately 10%), more common among heavier baseline drinkers who failed to complete abstinence, indicating variable durability. A cohort comparison of 1,192 Dry January participants versus 1,549 non-participating drinkers revealed participant-reported gains in physical , mental , and alcohol control at one and six months, but absent in the general , highlighting self-selection by motivated individuals with initially poorer well-being or higher consumption risks. Research gaps persist, including predominant reliance on UK-based, self-selected samples; self-reported metrics prone to ; and scarce randomized controlled trials, which limit regarding Dry January's role in averting long-term health harms like or cardiovascular events beyond correlative consumption drops. While mid-term data (up to six months) show net positive shifts for many, evidence for enduring physiological or clinical outcomes remains preliminary, with benefits likely amplified by concurrent factors rather than alone.

Risks and Drawbacks

Abrupt cessation of alcohol consumption during Dry January poses significant risks for individuals with , potentially triggering . Symptoms can range from mild manifestations such as anxiety, irritability, headaches, nausea, insomnia, and tremors to severe complications including seizures, hallucinations, and , which may require hospitalization and medical intervention. These risks arise because chronic heavy drinking alters brain chemistry, leading to hyperexcitability upon sudden ; the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes that dependent drinkers consuming five or more drinks daily for men or four for women face heightened danger. Experts recommend consulting a physician before attempting if daily intake exceeds moderate levels, as supervised with medications like benzodiazepines may be necessary to mitigate life-threatening outcomes. Even among moderate drinkers, mild withdrawal symptoms like shakiness, fatigue, and mood disturbances can occur during the initial days of abstinence, though these typically resolve without intervention. For dependent individuals, failure to address underlying nutritional deficits—such as thiamine deficiency common in chronic alcohol use—exacerbates risks, potentially leading to Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome if not supplemented medically. A noted drawback is the potential , where participants engage in compensatory over-drinking after January concludes, offsetting short-term benefits; MD Anderson experts caution that unstructured challenges may foster this pattern among those without sustained motivation or support. Although some observational data from Dry January cohorts indicate reduced overall consumption post-challenge, addiction specialists warn that psychological reliance on temporary goals can lead to or escalated intake, particularly if social pressures resume without coping strategies.

Criticisms and Debates

Questions of Long-Term Effectiveness

A 2016 evaluation of Dry January participants by the found that 72% reported reduced alcohol consumption in the month following the challenge, with over half maintaining lower intake levels six months later, suggesting some sustained behavioral adjustment among self-selected participants. Similarly, a 2020 published in demonstrated that individuals who abstained for one month reduced their weekly alcohol units by approximately 5 units at both one and six months post-challenge, outperforming non-participating controls who showed no significant change. These self-reported outcomes indicate potential for modest long-term reductions, particularly among moderate-to-heavy drinkers motivated to join. Despite these findings, substantial evidence gaps persist regarding permanence, as studies often lack long-term follow-ups beyond six months and rely on participant recall, which may inflate perceived benefits due to . A scoping review of campaigns notes that while short-term prompts initial cuts, reversion rates remain high without auxiliary support, questioning whether observed reductions reflect true habit reconfiguration or transient resolve amplified by campaign publicity. Selection effects further confound results, as joiners typically exhibit higher baseline consumption and preexisting intent to moderate, limiting generalizability to the broader population. In comparison to continuous moderation programs, such as cognitive-behavioral interventions emphasizing daily tracking, Dry January's episodic structure may prioritize novelty over enduring discipline, potentially yielding shallower impacts; for instance, sustained efforts like year-round goal-setting correlate with higher retention of reduced intake in behavioral , though direct head-to-head trials are scarce. Fundamentally, one-month challenges risk substituting superficial milestones for addressing causal triggers—such as ingrained routines or environmental prompts—that sustain , thereby risking a false sense of mastery that dissipates without ongoing vigilance and accountability.00009-8/fulltext)

Suitability for Heavy Drinkers

Medical professionals and addiction specialists recommend against unsupervised participation in Dry January for individuals with or heavy drinking patterns, defined clinically as consuming more than 4 drinks per day for women or 5 for men on most days. Abrupt cessation without professional oversight risks acute , which manifests in symptoms ranging from tremors and anxiety to life-threatening conditions such as seizures, hallucinations, and ; the latter has an untreated mortality rate of 1-5% or higher in severe cases due to cardiovascular collapse or complications. Organizations including Shatterproof caution that failure to complete the challenge among dependent individuals can exacerbate psychological denial of severity or trigger intensified , as the temporary structure may foster a false sense of control rather than addressing underlying dependence. Empirical data reveal limited engagement from heavy drinkers, with Dry January primarily attracting moderate consumers who report higher baseline drinking concerns but lower entrenched dependence; heavier participants exhibit elevated failure rates, often reverting to or exceeding prior consumption levels post-challenge. This selectivity underscores the initiative's unsuitability for alcohol use disorder (AUD), where self-directed overlooks physiological dependence and may normalize excess outside the designated period, per analyses of campaigns. For those with AUD, clinical guidelines prioritize medically supervised —often involving benzodiazepines to mitigate withdrawal—followed by evidence-based interventions like cognitive-behavioral or medications such as , which reduce risk by 20-50% in randomized trials, over unstructured challenges like Dry January. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) emphasizes professional assessment to tailor interventions, as unsupervised attempts in dependent populations yield poor long-term outcomes compared to integrated treatment programs.

Broader Philosophical and Cultural Critiques

Critics of Dry January from philosophical perspectives emphasizing individual autonomy argue that the campaign embodies paternalistic tendencies, akin to broader efforts that nudge or coerce behavioral change through social norms and institutional endorsement, potentially infringing on personal liberty to choose moderate alcohol consumption. Such initiatives, they contend, reflect "healthism"—an overemphasis on health metrics that subordinates to welfare imperatives, fostering skepticism about whether voluntary challenges truly empower individuals or merely propagate top-down . These critiques draw parallels to historical temperance movements, which promoted as a absolute and were faulted for eroding cultural traditions of moderation by framing alcohol use as inherently vice-ridden, thereby undermining personal responsibility in favor of societal engineering. In the Dry January context, this moralizing impulse risks reviving puritanical rhetoric that dismisses alcohol's longstanding role in rituals of fellowship and celebration, evident in cross-cultural practices where beverages facilitated social bonding without necessitating total renunciation. Culturally, proponents of choice-oriented norms highlight alcohol's function as a social , empirically linked to easing interactions and strengthening communal ties in diverse settings, a benefit often sidelined in campaign narratives that prioritize ascetic resets over balanced enjoyment. This selective framing, amplified by , may reflect institutional biases favoring prohibitionist undertones, questioning whether transient fads genuinely enhance societal outcomes or merely disrupt equilibria where moderate use correlates with adaptive social behaviors, without presuming universal superiority of reduction.

Cultural and Economic Impact

Influence on Sobriety Movements

Dry January has functioned as a key catalyst for the "sober-curious" movement, which promotes reflective questioning of alcohol consumption without mandating permanent , emerging prominently in the 2010s alongside trends toward low- and no-alcohol beverages. Launched by Alcohol Change UK in 2013, the challenge encouraged temporary as an entry point to mindful drinking, aligning with broader cultural shifts toward health-conscious moderation rather than strict prohibition. The highlights how such campaigns destigmatize non-drinking by framing it as a proactive choice for , fostering synergies with sobriety initiatives that emphasize personal agency over pathology. Social media has propelled Dry January's influence, transforming it into viral challenges that amplify discussions on alcohol attitudes and build supportive online communities, though this has occasionally led to performative rather than sustained engagement. The Recovery Research Institute's analysis of data reveals widespread positive sentiment toward the initiative as a low-barrier tool for exploring , distinguishing it from clinical recovery models by prioritizing experimentation over diagnosis. This digital dissemination has enhanced its role in evolving movements, yet global reception differs: robust enthusiasm in the and contrasts with more reserved uptake in wine-centric cultures like those in and , where daily moderate consumption remains culturally embedded and less scrutinized. Positioned within post-pandemic health reevaluations—following spikes in alcohol use during lockdowns—Dry January contributes to declining consumption without evoking historical temperance revivals, instead integrating into a pragmatic focus on evidence-based wellness. Harvard experts link its to the sober-curious ethos, which, amplified by technological and pharmacological shifts like GLP-1 medications, has helped drive drinking rates to lows not seen since , underscoring its distinction from absolutist sobriety paths while synergizing with flexible harm-reduction strategies.

Effects on Alcohol Industry and Society

Dry January has led to observable short-term declines in alcohol sales during January, with off-trade alcoholic beverage volumes in the UK dropping by approximately 20% in the month compared to December, according to market data analysis. This dip is attributed to participant abstinence, though it is typically followed by a rebound in February, mitigating annual losses for producers. In the US, bar and liquor store foot traffic declined across all states in January 2025 relative to December, reflecting widespread participation estimated at 17-18% of adults. Beer and spirits sales saw marginal year-over-year decreases during the period, while wine spending per customer slightly increased, indicating varied category responses. The alcohol industry has adapted by accelerating innovation in non-alcoholic alternatives, with sales of alcohol-free beers, wines, and spirits surging during campaigns. In the UK, low- and no-alcohol drink sales rose significantly in early 2025, driven by Dry , as reported by brewers and retailers. retail data show non-alcoholic volumes increasing by up to 28% in select chains during the period, helping offset traditional alcohol revenue shortfalls. This shift aligns with broader market growth in the "NoLo" (no- and low-alcohol) sector, projected to expand as consumer preferences evolve, though industry analysts note that spikes represent only a fraction of year-round non-alcoholic demand, which peaks more during holidays like July 4th. Societally, Dry January contributes to temporary revenue disruptions for alcohol-dependent sectors like , with potential forgone tax income from reduced sales, though long-term benefits from moderated consumption remain debated due to rebound effects. Participation correlates with national drinking declines—US adult drinking rates fell to 54% in 2025, the lowest since 1939—but causation is confounded by independent demographic trends, such as a 10-percentage-point drop in alcohol use among those under 35 over two decades, driven by Gen Z's wellness priorities rather than campaigns alone. Critics draw parallels to Prohibition-era policies (1920-1933), which imposed total bans and led to black markets and evasion, arguing that voluntary, month-long abstention risks similar compensatory overconsumption without addressing underlying social rituals like communal drinking, potentially eroding revenue streams that fund public services. Empirical studies indicate no sustained population-level consumption reductions from Dry January between 2015-2018, underscoring that broader cultural shifts, not isolated challenges, drive verifiable societal changes.

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