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Heavy Drinking’s Hidden Toll on the Brain—and the Hope for Recovery
by Patrick K. Porter, Ph.D.
A recent study published in Neurology reveals a troubling truth: heavy alcohol consumption—defined as just eight drinks per week—may significantly increase the risk of lasting brain injury. Researchers found lesions linked to memory and cognitive decline in the brain tissue of more than 1,700 individuals, particularly older adults. The damage included hyaline arteriolosclerosis and tau tangles, both closely associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
This isn’t just a concern for older drinkers. Alcohol interferes with neuroplasticity, reduces hippocampal function, and disrupts the delicate balance of neurotransmitters, all of which are vital for clear thinking, memory formation, and emotional regulation. Combined with poor sleep and stress—often both caused and worsened by alcohol—this creates a perfect storm for cognitive decline.
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