Researchers say people with alcoholism can have trouble recognizing emotions expressed by others as well as by themselves. The effects can linger for years.

Original Source: healthline.comAlcoholism can strain relationships in a number of ways. Now new research has revealed another issue: deterioration in the physical ability to communicate.It’s well-known that heavy drinking can lead to slurred speech in the short term. And previous research has found that chronic heavy drinking can have long-term impacts on the ability to perceive and differentiate between the emotions expressed by others.But a new study suggests that alcoholism can lead to a loss of the ability to express different emotions through tone of voice.Imagine telling someone, “See you tomorrow.” Said in one tone of voice, the phrase can sound like you’re looking forward to seeing them. Said in another, it can sound like you’re wishing you...click here to continue reading