Overview
- An official campaign site run by specialist associations reports about 4.5 million people in France have taken up the monthlong abstinence challenge.
- A Toluna Harris Interactive survey indicates more than one in two French people are considering participating this year.
- Addiction specialist Hervé Martini advises anticipating social outings and opting for non‑alcoholic choices such as sodas, juices, or mocktails to stay engaged without drinking.
- For cravings at home, experts recommend keeping alcohol‑free beer or wine on hand and leaning on group participation to maintain motivation.
- Participants cite both worries about problematic use and practical benefits like saving €400–€500 over the month, while clinicians say early gains often include better sleep and improved mood.