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Scientists discover why so many of us find it hard to cut down on drink – as study reveals regular boozing causes a disturbing brain change

Scientists discover why so many of us find it hard to cut down on drink – as study reveals regular boozing causes a disturbing brain change

Scientists say they may finally have uncovered why so many people struggle to give up alcohol. A new study suggests the brain physically adapts to rely on drinking as a way to ease stress and anxiety—creating a powerful cycle that makes quitting extremely difficult. Researchers at Scripps Research in California identified a specific cluster of brain cells that becomes more …

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