Anyone who’s ever noticed that they feel more relaxed or outgoing after having a drink or two has seen firsthand alcohol’s impact on the brain. But as you may have guessed, beyond the feel-good vibes, ...

Heavy drinking doesn't just damage your liver. New research says it may also shrink your brain, impair memory, and take years off your life. A recent study has drawn a compelling connection between ...

There is no such thing as a "safe" level of drinking, with increased consumption of alcohol associated with poorer brain health, according to a new study. There is no such thing as a "safe" level of ...

It's second nature for some people to pour a glass of wine on a nice evening or to pop open a can of beer during a sports ...

Research also shows that alcohol disrupts the blood brain barrier , the protective shield that prevents harmful substances ...

In new rat studies, scientists have found grim evidence of just how badly alcohol impairs cognition — even after sobering up months prior. According to new, federally-funded research out of Johns ...

Alcohol can impair your ability to think, damage your brain cells, and increase your risk of long-term conditions such as memory loss and addiction. You may think of alcohol as a way to unwind or ...

An image allegedly showing the effects of alcohol on the brain is circulating on social media. The image features two brains — one labeled "drinker's brain" and the other a "nondrinker's brain." While ...

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience.View full ...

Dr Restak suggests everyone should strongly consider “permanently eliminating” alcohol from their diet once they reach the ...