Recent research reveals how brain circuits respond differently to drug delivery methods, with rapid dopamine increases significantly impacting addiction-related neural pathways. The study offers new insights into addiction treatment strategies.
In a recent study, researchers discovered that frequent use of nicotine products by young adults and adolescents is associated with changes in brain blood flow, particularly in areas critical to addiction and cognitive function. The findings have been published in...
A new study identifies a common brain network underlying various substance use disorders, offering a potential target for treatments. Despite methodological differences across studies, over 80% of neuroimaging abnormalities in addiction converge on this network.
Recent research indicates that abstaining from alcohol for over seven months can significantly improve brain structure in those recovering from alcohol use disorders. These findings highlight the brain's capacity to heal with sustained sobriety.
A study from 1976 to 2022 reveals more U.S. high school seniors are using cannabis to manage stress. The prevalence of this coping strategy has significantly increased, with relaxation cited as the top reason.
Short-video applications like YouTube and TikTok have become increasingly popular among college students. While these platforms offer entertainment and social interaction, a study in Computers in Human Behavior highlighted that excessive use could lead to behavioral addiction symptoms, such as...
A recent study in the Journal of Psychiatric Research found that individuals with severe alcohol use disorder exhibit heightened rejection sensitivity, affecting their social interactions and mental well-being. This sensitivity may contribute to interpersonal problems and offers insights into treatment...
A recent study in Rhode Island revealed that individuals with opioid use disorder on higher doses of buprenorphine have a 20% greater likelihood of staying in treatment compared to those on lower doses. The findings come amidst rising concerns over...
A recent study found that feelings of loneliness significantly influence the relationship between difficulties in emotion regulation and problematic pornography use. The research revealed that those struggling with emotion regulation are more likely to turn to pornography, with loneliness amplifying...
Mindfulness-based treatments for substance dependence can lead to functional brain changes, especially in areas related to reward processing and cognitive control, according to a review in BMC Psychiatry. However, the review also highlights the need for more high-quality fMRI studies...
A recent neuroimaging study involving young adults discovered that those with a stronger startle reaction to unpredictable threats, like electric shocks, were more prone to binge drinking a year later. These individuals also displayed increased reactivity in the bilateral anterior...
New research published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence suggests that individuals with social anxiety disorder are at a heightened risk of developing alcohol use disorder. This connection is unique to social anxiety, distinguishing it from other forms of anxiety disorders.
Researchers have uncovered a novel approach to chronic pain and opioid craving management by integrating the Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) method with smartwatch technology. The innovative study, conducted through Zoom and wearable sensors, revealed significant reductions in both pain and...
A neuroimaging study of individuals suffering from cocaine use disorder in China showed that these individuals showed signs of atrophy in various brain regions. These alterations were more pronounced in individuals who started using cocaine as minors, before the age...
A new neuroimaging study has found that individuals who consumed their first alcoholic drink before the age of 18 had weaker connections in the brain's cognitive control network compared those who consumed their first alcoholic drink after the age of...