Alcohol is one of societies most highly accepted and used drugs. But what is it's actual impact on our brains and our bodies, and what is the psychology behind why we use alcohol and why it makes us feel so good? In today's episode, let's break down the true psychology of alcohol, including: 

• Why we feel drunk and how alcohol is processed
• How alcohol influences our neurotransmitters and brain communication
• Why we experience hangxiety + blacking out
• What makes alcohol so addictive
• When to know you have a problem 
• How your health and your body changes when you go sober + what to expect
• The link between socialising and alcohol + more 

Listen now to learn the essentials about the relationship between you, your body, your emotions and that cheeky glass of wine. 

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