: Many Gen Zers associate alcohol with vulnerability and loss of control. Instead of drinking to excess, many prefer "daycaps"—socializing earlier in the day—and choosing non-alcoholic alternatives to maintain productivity.
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: Underage drinking has reached record lows, with past-year alcohol use among high school seniors dropping significantly from 73% in 2000 to roughly 41% in 2025. : Many Gen Zers associate alcohol with vulnerability