Ever wonder why some people can’t seem to stop drinking? A new study suggests it has more to do with a chemical reaction in the brain and less to do with willpower.
Look around at a bar full of people. How come some can have one or two drinks – or even choose a nonalcoholic option – while others can’t stop drinking until they’re well past the point of intoxication? It’s not because they’re unaware of the health risks, the dangers of driving drunk or the other negative consequences alcohol abuse can cause. Instead, the reason may be because their brains react to alcohol differently. (more…)
