The act of drinking alcoholic beverages, which contains ethanol that can have various effects on the central nervous system.
Ethanol: A type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages that can affect neural activity and brain function.
Depressant: Alcohol is classified as a depressant because it slows down or inhibits neural firing within the central nervous system.
Binge drinking: Consuming a large amount of alcohol within a short period, which can significantly impact neural activity and increase health risks.