Researchers have identified how alcohol influences dopaminergic and inhibitory neurons in the ventral tegmental area. The findings could help develop new treatments for alcohol dependence.
Targeting a protein called MUNC13-1 could help reduce tolerance to alcohol and reduce addiction, researchers say.
According to researchers, a small alcoholic drink each day may be beneficial for brain health. Using mice, researchers found low levels of alcohol consumption is associated with less brain inflammation and a more effective glymphatic system. This allows CSF to flow more efficiently through the brain and remove waste that can lead to neurodegenerative diseases.
A new Neuron study reports blocking the action of the mTORC1 protein causes mice to stop problem drinking behaviors. The findings could help develop new treatments for addictive behaviors in people.
A new study explains the effects of stress on increased alcohol consumption due to changes in the brain's reward center.
Specific visual cues, such as seeing a liquor store, may prompt those with alcohol addiction to drink, a new study reports.
