Chronic drinking, even if not daily, can lead to a decrease in top-down inhibition, resulting in heightened impulsivity and habitual behavior.

Regular drinking alters the neural circuits that control habitual and impulsive behavior, making individuals more impulsive even when not drinking.

The effects of alcohol on the brain include suppression of the prefrontal cortex, which regulates impulsive behavior and decision-making.

Being inebriated alters our thinking and behavior, leading to impulsivity and memory formation issues.

Alcohol increases the number of synapses in the neural circuits that control habitual behavior, enhancing the execution of existing habits.

Alcohol consumption can impair motor function and judgment, especially in those not accustomed to drinking, and it suppresses the neural networks involved in memory formation and storage, which is why people often forget events from a night of drinking.

Impulsivity, characterized by acting on urges without considering consequences, makes individuals more vulnerable to addiction.

Alcohol consumption can lead to long-term changes in neural circuitry and hormone systems, resulting in increased baseline stress and lower mood overall.

Regular alcohol consumption can lead to inflammation in the brain and body, increasing the desire to drink more and exacerbating health issues.