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  "textContent": "Why do stressful moments so often push people toward habits like drinking? A new study from Texas A&M University offers one of the clearest answers yet, identifying a direct connection inside the brain that links stress to addiction-related behaviors. The work shows how alcohol disrupts the natural stress-response system, making it harder for the brain to adapt or make good decisions.",
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