Even consuming 1-2 drinks once or twice a week is detrimental.
Reduces inhibitory effects of the brain, leading to increased impulsive behaviors
Shut down of areas of the brain involved in flexible behaviors (considering different options)
Detrimental effects on memory formation and storage
Regular drinkers release more Cortisol. This can trigger more stress and anxiety, even when they are not drinking
Regular drinkers can experience low mood and reduced feelings of wellbeing, even when not drinking
These symptoms can be REVERSED by ABSTINENCE for 2-6 months, unless very heavy drinker
Having an OCCASIONAL alcoholic drink does NOT cause these problems
Reduces inhibitory effects of the brain, leading to increased impulsive behaviors
Shut down of areas of the brain involved in flexible behaviors (considering different options)
Detrimental effects on memory formation and storage
Regular drinkers release more Cortisol. This can trigger more stress and anxiety, even when they are not drinking
Regular drinkers can experience low mood and reduced feelings of wellbeing, even when not drinking
These symptoms can be REVERSED by ABSTINENCE for 2-6 months, unless very heavy drinker
Having an OCCASIONAL alcoholic drink does NOT cause these problems
