FeaturedGenetics·August 1, 2013·3 min readNew Insight into How the Brain ‘Learns’ Cocaine AddictionResearchers discover the role protein mGluR5 plays in cocaine addiction. The finding could help point a way to new treatments for addiction.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 10, 2013·4 min read‘Bath Salts’ Stimulant Could Be More Addictive than MethA new study confirms MDPV, a recreational drug commonly known as "bath salts", could be more addictive than methamphetamine.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 9, 2013·3 min readStudy Identifies Brain Circuits Involved in Learning and Decision MakingA new study has identified neural circuits in mice which are involved in the learning and altering of behaviors. The findings could have implications for alcoholism and other addictive behaviors.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 27, 2013·3 min readRitalin Shows Promise in Treating AddictionResearchers find Ritalin, a commonly prescribed drug for ADHD, helps improve brain functional connectivity in cocaine addiction.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 24, 2013·4 min readAddiction Relapse Might Be Thwarted By Turning Off Brain TriggerResearchers have been able to identify and deactivate a brain pathway liked to memories associated with alcohol cravings in rats.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 21, 2013·2 min readTime Perception Altered by Mindfulness MeditationResearch suggests mindful meditation has the ability to temporarily alter time perception.Read More
