Why it’s harder for women to give up alcohol - Melise Featured in the Sydney Morning Herald
In this Sydney Morning Herald feature, Sober Coach Melise Ammit shares her insight into the silent double standards many women face when addressing alcohol use.
Melise names something many feel but can’t always say:
“Women get help at lower rates than men, and shame is often the reason.”
She also highlights how societal expectations shape the conversation:
“Men’s drinking is more forgivable. You do not see tabloid headlines about fathers who drink too much.”
This honest and nuanced article explores how stigma, caregiving roles, and structural barriers make it harder for women to access support.
Melise’s contribution brings a grounded, compassionate lens - one that holds space for the real complexities behind why we drink, and how we heal.