Explain the difference between binge drinking and heavy drinking according to public health definitions.

Explain the difference between binge drinking and heavy drinking according to public health definitions.

• A. Binge drinking and heavy drinking are the same thing.
• B. Binge drinking is defined by daily drinking; heavy drinking is monthly.
• C. Binge drinking refers to drinking while driving; heavy drinking is abstinence.
• D. Binge drinking is reaching a BAC of 0.08 g/dL in about two hours (typically 5+ drinks for men or 4+ for women). Heavy drinking exceeds weekly limits (more than 14 drinks/week for men, more than 7 for women).

Answer: (D)