Why do people get emotional because of drinking?

One of the first effects of alcohol on the brain is to reduce inhibitions. That sets the stage for emotional release, which is then further facilitated by alcohol’s effect on the critical decision-making sections of the brain. Put simply, we get stupid, and the gloves are off.

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