Alcohol is a depressant that affects the central nervous system (CNS). However, initially and in small doses, alcohol is a stimulant. The percentage of alcohol varies depending on the type of beverage ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Omer Awan is a practicing physician who covers public health. For most Americans, alcohol has historically been perceived as ...

Alcohol affects your brain, making you feel relaxed in a small amount of time. As you drink more, you become intoxicated and unsteady, and you might do or say things you normally won’t. People with ...