Even when young people do drink, the hope is that they will continue to be more open and self-aware. "I think it's all about moderation and listening to your body," Adams says.

Gen Z is drinking less alcohol than previous generations. There isn’t one clear reason for this, but experts point to a variety of factors. Sign Up for Our Ideas Newsletter POV ...

What we’ve found is that for many young people, the fear of missing out on the good things they might experience while drinking outweighs the fear that they might do something they regret.