Alcohol alters mood by stimulating reward pathways and affecting neurotransmitters

Alcohol impacts the brain by stimulating reward pathways and affecting mood, according to Dr. Rayyan Zafar from Imperial College London. It alters neurotransmitter balance, leading to feelings of relaxation but also anxiety and restlessness the next day. This dual nature contributes to its longstanding presence in human culture and the difficulty in abstaining.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Guardian Australia