Why Is Alcohol Addictive? Physical and Psychological Factors The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Drinking alcohol increases the production of several chemicals in the brain, like dopamine and endorphins. These chemicals produce pleasurable feelings and act as natural painkillers. The pleasurable sensations often lead individuals to continue drinking once they’ve started. A common initial treatment option for someone with an alcohol addiction is an outpatient or inpatient rehabilitation program. […]