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Alcohol: Temporary Brain Damage and Neurotransmitters
Alcohol, despite being widely accepted, is considered a carcinogen and causes temporary brain damage. It overstimulates the neurotransmitter GABA, responsible for calming the system, while disrupting the balance with glutamate, which excites the system. This imbalance leads to the perceived benefits of social bonding but overlooks the reality of its neurochemical effects.