Alcohol can have a make a difference in our mood and attitude. After just one or two servings, when the alcohol has reached the reward centre of the brain, we can feel pleasurable and relaxed.
Drinking more, and heavily, can then begin the negative effects including:
A severe drop in your mood
Repressed feelings and emotions resurfacing, leading to becoming overwhelmed and emotionally distressed
Judgement and memory interferences, leading to ‘the fear’, feeling embarrassed and anxious the next day
Poor sleep quality, having a knock-on effect on energy levels the following days, and leading to further mood changes