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Why alcohol reduces anxiety — the real science behind confidence, dopamine, and GABA.
Ever wonder why alcohol feels like a social cheat code? Suddenly everyone’s funnier, music hits harder, and anxiety just shuts up. That’s because alcohol boosts GABA — the brain’s calming chemical — while muting the fear circuits that cause overthinking.
At the same time, alcohol releases dopamine, spiking confidence and lowering self-doubt. Your brain basically says, “Relax. You’re safe. Say the joke.”
But here’s the twist: alcohol doesn’t create confidence — it removes the brakes. And the more often you rely on that lever, the weaker your natural brakes become.
That’s why it feels amazing in the moment… and why the cost shows up later. Alcohol isn’t magic — it’s chemistry. And chemistry always sends the bill.