Studies Show A Growing Evidence For The Lasting Impact of Alcohol on The Brain
Saturday, Aug. 31st 2013 9:15 AM
Excessive alcohol use accounts for 4% of the global burden of disease, and binge drinking particularly is becoming an increasing health issue. A new review article published in Cortex highlights the significant changes in brain function and structure that can be caused by alcohol misuse in young people.
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