Why do people drink when they are under stress?

Answer:
Actually I'm not sure. If I'm feeling stressed I find a drink makes it worse-- alcohol seems to bring a feeling of sadness. So no, not a good thing to do when you're trying to solve a problem. But avoid caffeine too.

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To temporarily give the brain a break from focusing on the stressors.

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Not everyone drinks when their stressed. I smoke when I'm stressed, some people eat, etc.. I'm not a dr., but I think it's just a coping mechanism. Even though it's not a very good, since it can get out of hand.

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thats the only way they know how to cope with the problem at hand

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