The Science Behind Alcohol-Induced Blackouts: How Ethanol Disrupts Memory Networks
Feb 01 2024
Alcohol-induced blackouts occur when individuals are unable to recall events that took place while they were intoxicated. This TED-Ed lesson by Shannon Odell examines the scientific explanation behind these blackouts, focusing on the impact of alcohol, particularly ethanol, on the brain's memory networks. Despite being able to carry out complex tasks while under the influence, the memory of these activities is rapidly forgotten due to ethanol's interference with the brain's functioning.

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