Overview
While alcohol initially relaxes (GABA agonist), it triggers a massive rebound spike in Glutamate and Cortisol as it wears off. This "Hangxiety" can last for 24-48 hours, perpetuating the anxiety cycle.
Health Goals Impacted 1
This item supports, tracks, or is required for the following health goals:
Eliminates "Hangxiety".
Alcohol "borrows" happiness from tomorrow. The withdrawal phase involves a surge of glutamate (agitation) and cortisol. For an anxious brain, even one drink can disrupt the delicate neurotransmitter balance for days.
This "glutamate rebound" is neurotoxic. Repeated cycles of intoxication and withdrawal can permanently alter the set-point of the nervous system, lowering the threshold for future panic attacks.