Alcohol & Mental Health
Although alcohol is commonly enjoyed in moderation within British society, excessive drinking (>14 units per week) has a severe impact on our mental health.
This is due to the impact that alcohol has on our brain chemistry.
The relationship between alcohol and mental health
problems is a ‘chicken or the egg’ scenario.
Someone who drinks excessively will have an altered brain chemistry. This can contribute to a mental health problem.
An individual who is experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression may drink excessively to numb their negative emotions.
