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The New Science Of Alcohol and Why You Should Think Before You Drink With Dr. David Nutt

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The Alcohol-Anxiety Connection

This chapter explores the relationship between social anxiety and alcohol use, especially in young men who may seek alcohol to alleviate their anxieties. It discusses the cycle of dependence and increased anxiety associated with alcohol withdrawal, along with genetic factors and neurotransmitter roles in tolerance and hangover symptoms. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of understanding alcohol’s health effects and offers tips to mitigate hangover symptoms while highlighting the influence of drinking quality over quantity.

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