Booze and Your Body - Part 3

Mental Health. Alcohol seems like a great stress reducer, but it typically serves as an escape, one that brings a cascade of unhealthy effects. While it may make you feel better in the moment, keep in mind that it's a depressant; overall, it can make mood and depression worse. Relationships can pay a price, whether that minifests as snapping at the kids or withdrawing from your spouse. The sleep problems caused by alcohol can also affect mental health.