A recent study published in Engineering delves into the complex mechanisms of drug addiction, highlighting the crucial role of astrocytic G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). This research offers ...

Drug addiction manifests ... changes that occur with addiction is guiding new strategies for prevention and treatment, and identifying areas in which further research is required.

The AIIRP will leverage the unique addiction-impacted populations of AL, the vast addiction-related clinical and research capabilities of UAB, and its large and reputable excellence in infection and ...

Two-thirds of all Americans say drug addiction has either personally affected them or their families. Experts say there are common challenges… ...

One of the last parts of the brain that mature is the prefrontal cortex, which helps with planning and decision-making.

Animal data has shown significant overlap between the consumption of added sugars and drug-like effects, including bingeing, craving, tolerance, withdrawal, cross-sensitisation, cross-tolerance, cross ...

It’s doing something that sounds like it’s from a sci-fi novel: creating virtual reality clones of patients for interactions.

Everyone who seeks our help deserves to overcome addiction and enjoy a life of sustained recovery. That’s why Wellbridge exists. But these aren’t just words. Our actions are making them a ...

Addiction is a disease that affects your brain and behavior. With drug addiction, you can’t resist the urge to use them. If you’re worried that you or a loved one may have an addiction ...

Drug-related crimes surge in South Korea as treatment infrastructure lags behind Increase in drug offenses highlights urgent ...

By Alice Callahan Over the last decade or so, research has revealed a clear ... the same brain pathways involved with addiction to opioids and other drugs. As recently as eight years ago, such ...