![]() ![]() ![]() Three of the most scary long term effects of blacking out are: Long term effects of blacking out, however, can be irreversible and manifest in serious ways. But, what about the long term effects of blacking out? It is a well-known fact that long-term alcohol abuse can permanently hurt brain cells, basically destroying them. This means, that an alcoholic blackout literally stops memories from being formed. The consumption of alcohol blocks the NMDA receptors on the brain, making it impossible to retain memories on the short-term memory part of the brain. However, medical research has shown that alcoholic blackout is an actual reaction on the brain’s communication pathways. Blackout drinking was thought to be a temporary amnesia, something that could be avoided by simply drinking less. But, what happens when you drink too much? Those side effects can include feeling dizzy and having a blurry vision, not being able to have full control of motor skills, feeling nauseous and throwing up, getting violent or hot-tempered and blacking out or passing out.Īlcoholic blackout is fairly known, but just recently (a few years back) has been actually recognized as a serious medical condition, worthy of medical treatment. These sings may appear as laughing too much or talking loudly, have slurred speech or having difficulty walking. When a person drinks too much, he or she may show signs of intoxication within a considerably short period of time. It changes your mood and behavior almost instantly and, if you lose control, can turn your life upside down. But, drinking too much is never fun, a hungover is never pleasant, and blackout drinking can actually be more dangerous than you can imagine. Alcohol – as many drugs – works directly on the receptors of your brain. Jby Mark Adams It may all seem simple partying and having fun, but blackout drinking can be extremely dangerous and have irreversible consequencesĪlcohol may set the mood for a party, may help you unwind and even give you the courage to do something. ![]()
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