It is very clear that alcohol consumption has ongoing effects upon bodily functioning, including functioning of the brain. There is no really good method to assess the effect of alcohol use upon any given individual, except that the individual him or herself can recognize certain physiological effects. Some people "drink like fish" and have no significant problems (or seem not to). Other people cannot manage one beer without falling down. Generally, various factors are involved relative to what occurs in any individual from alcohol consumption. These include:
-Amount of alcohol consumed (not how many drinks/beers, etc, but the amount of actual alcohol)
-Gender
-Age
-Biological factors including genetics
-Physical condition of the person
-Amount of food consumed during the same time
-Other medications or drugs in use at the time of ingestion
If you are one of those who uses alcohol, even sparingly, what is happening to your brain's capacity to function correctly with the responsibilities you have in life?