Causes of Delirium Tremens
As said above, the heavy consumption of alcohol, in the long run, is the main cause of delirium tremens. Alcoholic beverages are basically depressants. This means they can slow down the brain function and central nervous system. After drinking them for a long period, they would lead to some changes in brain chemicals. This affects how chemical messengers function and send signals. When you stop drinking suddenly or try to cut back on drinking, the brain still keeps in the previous state, resulting in alcohol withdrawal symptoms, including delirium tremens. [2]
