Does alcohol enhance creativity?

Alcohol does not inherently enhance creativity. According to Andrew Huberman, while there is no evidence that alcohol directly increases creativity, it can, in very low doses, enhance divergent thinking. This happens due to the suppression of the prefrontal cortex, which reduces autobiographical scripting—a narrative about oneself that includes thoughts about how others may perceive one's ideas or the outcomes of those ideas. This can make it easier to think more openly and creatively without self-criticism or inhibition. However, Dr. Huberman emphasizes that using behavioral tools would be far better than relying on alcohol for enhancing creativity 1.