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Neuron December 2017 PMID 29268093

Alcohol and the Brain: Neuronal Molecular Targets, Synapses, and Circuits.

Karina P Abrahao, Armando G Salinas, David M Lovinger

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The overall tone indicates a strong consensus that alcohol negatively impacts the brain, exemplified by phrases like 'Alkol 'Self Healing' i bozar' and 'beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor,' which highlight the destructive effects at both cellular and circuit levels. The use of keywords like 'important,' 'mess up,' and references to molecular mechanisms reflect both interest and engagement, while the emphasis on health consequences underscores the perceived impact of the publication.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the negative effects of alcohol on brain health, aligning with the publication's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show a high level of curiosity, especially with references like 'This is a very important article' and mentions of molecular targets.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some discussions explore specific mechanisms, such as increased GABA and decreased glutamate, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts emphasize the harmful consequences of alcohol, suggesting they recognize the article's significance in understanding brain damage and health risks.

Abstract in brief

  • Ethanol, or alcohol, affects the brain by targeting neurons and synapses, leading to behavioral changes like initial stimulation and later depression, as well as long-term issues such as tolerance and dependence.
  • Researchers study alcohol’s effects using both detailed molecular approaches and behavioral analyses to understand how it influences specific brain circuits.
  • The current focus is on identifying exactly which molecular and neuronal changes caused by alcohol lead to different behaviors during both short-term and long-term use.
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Doç. Dr. Işıl
@IsilDr22 · X

Toksik madde ile keyif yapmanın bedelini bakın beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor. Sağlığınızı ve potansiyelinizi yerle bir eden bu zehire geçit vermeyin. Alkol "Self Healing"i bozar. https://t.co/7NImcAFvo6

Nov 3, 2021 · 22 likes · 1 share · 29,160 followers View post →
Doç. Dr. Işıl
@IsilDr22 · X

Toksik madde ile keyif yapmanın bedelini bakın beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor. Sağlığınızı ve tüm potansiyelinizi yerle bir eden bu zehire geçit vermeyin. Alkol "Self Healing'i bozar. https://t.co/7NImcAFvo6

Nov 3, 2021 · 4 likes · 29,160 followers View post →
Tina Dadic
@SunceMore1 · X

https://t.co/s0bQP5Vc6M

Sep 24, 2022 · 1,411 followers View post →
Rickey Estes
@estes_rickey · X

2-Minute Neuroscience: Alcohol https://t.co/6bjBsFzwC5

May 8, 2019 · 738 followers View post →
Thomas Purtzer
@purtzer_thomas · X

Alcohol and the Brain: Neuronal Molecular Targets, Synapses, and Circuits. This is a very important article looking at how alcohol affects the brain from the molecular, cell, and circuitry levels. Alcohol has many other ways to mess up the brain! EtOH bad! https://t.co/ICN98990p7

Sep 9, 2021 · 714 followers View post →
autre
@toshaeiu · X

Neurociência de 2 minutos: Álcool https://t.co/BIl0fvDjI5 via @YouTube

Oct 11, 2020 · 320 followers View post →

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Wienerdoglover33
@Wienerdogl79734 · X

2-Minute Neuroscience: Alcohol https://t.co/T4D5eC5cBq via @YouTube

Jul 18, 2025 · 36 followers View post →
Tina Dadic
@SunceMore1 · X

https://t.co/s0bQP5Vc6M

Sep 24, 2022 · 1,411 followers View post →
nediyemmahmutmudiyem
@1_hacisakir · X

RT @UzunDr: Toksik madde ile keyif yapmanın bedelini bakın beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor. Sağlığınızı ve potansiyelinizi yerle bir eden bu z…

Nov 30, 2021 · 1 share · 20 followers View post →
Doç. Dr. Işıl
@IsilDr22 · X

Toksik madde ile keyif yapmanın bedelini bakın beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor. Sağlığınızı ve potansiyelinizi yerle bir eden bu zehire geçit vermeyin. Alkol "Self Healing"i bozar. https://t.co/7NImcAFvo6

Nov 3, 2021 · 22 likes · 1 share · 29,160 followers View post →
Doç. Dr. Işıl
@IsilDr22 · X

Toksik madde ile keyif yapmanın bedelini bakın beyin hücreleri nasıl ödüyor. Sağlığınızı ve tüm potansiyelinizi yerle bir eden bu zehire geçit vermeyin. Alkol "Self Healing'i bozar. https://t.co/7NImcAFvo6

Nov 3, 2021 · 4 likes · 29,160 followers View post →
Thomas Purtzer
@purtzer_thomas · X

Alcohol and the Brain: Neuronal Molecular Targets, Synapses, and Circuits. This is a very important article looking at how alcohol affects the brain from the molecular, cell, and circuitry levels. Alcohol has many other ways to mess up the brain! EtOH bad! https://t.co/ICN98990p7

Sep 9, 2021 · 714 followers View post →
Congrav1ty
@Congrav1ty · X

https://t.co/gQPFXqa8N4 Long story short, ethanol = *moar* gaba and *less* glutamate Floating around in your noggin

Jun 6, 2021 · 239 followers View post →
autre
@toshaeiu · X

Neurociência de 2 minutos: Álcool https://t.co/BIl0fvDjI5 via @YouTube

Oct 11, 2020 · 320 followers View post →
Josef Mangele
@Iagomangele · X

https://t.co/SzrB61iPTh

Sep 19, 2020 · 8 followers View post →
Rickey Estes
@estes_rickey · X

2-Minute Neuroscience: Alcohol https://t.co/6bjBsFzwC5

May 8, 2019 · 738 followers View post →
Michael Wu
@Neurodigitech · X

This is how alcohol acts on our brain! https://t.co/OKRirU4MK2

Apr 29, 2019 · 173 followers View post →