Alcohol quietly worsens anxiety, depression, memory, and focus issues.

Using alcohol for stress prevents learning better coping skills.

Excessive drinking harms relationships and neglects emotional needs.

Alcohol worsens depression and anxiety; cutting back can help your mood.

Alcohol briefly numbs feelings but increases anxiety and sadness later.

Drinking can make you angrier and more impulsive, leading to regrets.

Drinking for self-esteem boosts stress once the good feelings fade.