The impact of minimum wage policy on alcohol use disorder: a quasi-experimental study in South Korea

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The 2018 minimum wage increase in South Korea was linked to a 1.9% rise in the risk of alcohol use disorder among affected workers.
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Hazardous alcohol consumption increased by 3.6% in the treatment group following the minimum wage hike.
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The adverse effects of the wage increase were more significant among men and individuals aged 50-64.
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Spillover effects of increased alcohol use risk extended to workers earning up to 20% above the minimum wage.
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The study highlights the need for public health campaigns to address substance use risks associated with minimum wage policies.

American Journal Of Epidemiology

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