Why Does Alcohol Make Me Sleepy? The Truth About Alcohol and Sleep

Open beer bottle and glass of beer showing how alcohol affects sleep quality and causes fatigue

Why Does Alcohol Make Me Sleepy? The Truth About Alcohol and Sleep By Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D. Some of you might be wondering, “Why does alcohol make me sleepy?” Alcohol makes you sleepy because it acts as a sedative and slows activity in the brain and nervous system. While this may help you fall […]