Episode 1 - Alcohol

Studies have shown lawyers are three times as likely as the general population to be problem drinkers, and yet alcohol is served at almost every work function in the legal industry. And while many lawyers are aware of the risks around depression and mental health in the legal industry, the "drinking culture" in law is often less spoken about. Episode 1 of Off the Record delves deeper into the "taboo" issue of alcoholism in law. Does the legal profession have a drinking problem? And what does stress, deadlines and anxiety have to do with it? Tune in for a compelling discussion with practising lawyers, journalists and psychologists including former Channel Seven journalist Talitha Cummins and Dr Tim Sharp of the Happiness Institute. Hosted by LSJ editors Claire Chaffey and Kate Allman.
If you are a lawyer in NSW and this episode raises issues for you, please call the Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) on 1800 592 296. SOS is an independent and confidential psychological counselling service for NSW solicitors. Call or visit https://www.lawsociety.com.au/sos to learn more.