In France, individuals who refuse alcohol, whether for health reasons, pregnancy, or religious beliefs, often feel pressured to explain their choice. This societal expectation highlights the persistent cultural association between drinking and social acceptance, despite growing awareness of the personal and health reasons for abstaining.
Refusing alcohol often requires justification in social settings
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