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'Boozing? It's Practically Therapy,' Men Told

LONDON (Reuters) - Going down the pub could seriously affect men's health -- but in a positive way, a study said on Thursday.

A Leeds University researcher said that the local watering hole's welcoming atmosphere helps men to get rid of the stresses of modern life and is vital for their psychological well-being.

Author of the report Dr. Colin Gill said rather than complain, women should encourage men to pop out for a swift half.

``Pub-time allows men to bond with friends and colleagues,'' he said. ``Men need break-out time as much as women and are mentally healthier for it.''

Gill added that men might feel unfulfilled or empty if they had not been to the pub for a week.

The report, commissioned by alcohol-free beer brand Kaliber, surveyed 900 men on their reasons for going to the pub.

More than 40 percent said they went for the conversation, with relaxation and a friendly atmosphere being the other most common reasons.

Only one in 10 listed alcohol as the overriding reason.

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Well in that case, I'm having a health weekend at my place. Lots of male bonding and um, wrestling. All supervised by me of course.

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Pubs are good for you.

I wonder how many go to escape the old trouble and strife?

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I need to get a copy of that paper and give it to my boss after I tell him I'm down the pub for a mental health day.

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They're only saying that because they're stoned.

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I wonder how many people answered the survey with a simpering "I LOVE YOU MAN" or "Me woif she don't understand me".

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More than 40 percent said they went for the conversation
Give me a break....conversations with who, the drunken bar sluts?

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zoey if you do happen to know which pub has those drunken bar sluts

let me know

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More than 40 percent said they went for the conversation
Give me a break....conversations with who, the drunken bar sluts?

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Originally posted by Smug Git
Pubs are good for you.

I wonder how many go to escape the old trouble and strife?

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Well, this report merely says what a lot of us have known for years

Heaven is being stuck in a pub for all eternity, whereas Hell is the same thing but with you being the designated driver...

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