Study finds high estrogen levels may increase binge drinking in females, suggesting new treatment avenues.
A study on mice suggests that high levels of estrogen may contribute to increased binge drinking in females. Researchers found that estrogen binds to brain cell receptors, quickly influencing behavior to increase alcohol consumption. This discovery could lead to new treatments for alcohol use disorder, particularly targeting times when estrogen levels are high.
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