Consumption of alcoholic beverages has a number of effects that affect sexual intercourse and sexual behavior. The effects of alcohol are a balance between its suppressive effects on sexual physiology, which will decrease sexual activity, and its suppression of psychological inhibitions, which will increase the desire for sex.

Alcohol is a depressant. After consuming, alcohol causes the body’s systems to slow down. Often, feelings of drunkeness are associated with elation and happiness but other feelings of anger or depression can arise. Balance, judgment and coordination are also negatively affected. One of the most significant side effects of alcohol is reduced inhibition. Reduced inhibitions can lead to an increase in sexual behavior.

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