The most popular reasons participants gave for their participation in febfast were to give their body a break from alcohol, the personal challenge of the event and to improve their health.
Just over half were motivated to raise money for drug and alcohol services and one third took part to participate with friends, work colleagues, their partner or someone else.
Nearly four in five agreed that it was easier to take a break from drinking alcohol by doing febfast than on their own.
More than 85 percent reported experiencing one or more benefits during febfast. The top three benefits reported were saving money, sleeping better, and losing weight.
febfast and social circle
Four in five reported that those within their social circle commented on the fact they were not drinking. Three quarters felt they needed to explain why they were not drinking and two in five were offered drinks when others knew they were not drinking.
Two thirds of respondents had more conversations about alcohol during febfast than they would normally.
Almost one third of respondents indicated they did not ask for sponsorship. The most common reason given for not seeking sponsorship related to their motivation to participate in febfast, which was generally for personal reasons rather than fund-raising. The highest fund-raisers were mostly those participating for the first time.
Since completing febfast, 70 per cent of respondents agree they are more likely to think about how much they want to drink on any occasion. Just under half of respondents report drinking less on each occasion following febfast and nearly all of those drinking less intend to maintain the changes.
Nearly two thirds of respondents agreed they now had more alcohol-free days every week since completing febfast. Just over half of respondents reported reducing how often they drank alcoholic beverages following febfast. Nine in ten of those who reduced their frequency intended to maintain the changes.
Since completing febfast, 70 per cent of respondents agree they are more likely to think about how much they want to drink on any occasion. Just under half of respondents report drinking less on each occasion following febfast and nearly all of those drinking less intend to maintain the changes.