The fact that we are more affected by alcohol and substance abuse than our heterosexual counterparts is no secret. This can be caused by issues such as homophobic abuse, mental health issues, and discrimination. Therefore, we tend to turn to drugs and alcohol for a release or an escape.
Casual alcoholism is rife in the community, and gay bars can have a tendency to exacerbate binge drinking with activities and events that push on us the “need” to drink alcohol to have a good time. Events that give free drinks as prizes are doing nothing to help the problem.