The Autopilot Gap: Why moderation fails and what the science actually shows
The Autopilot gap: Why moderating alcohol without a plan usually fails Posted by: Alastair Cassie, Alcohol Reduction Coach | Last updated: May 2026 TL;DR Willpower-based moderation fails because alcohol suppresses the very part of the brain responsible for enforcing your limit, from the first drink onwards The dopamine response to alcohol does […]