A single injection of cocaine or methamphetamine in mice caused their brains to put the brakes on neurons that generate sensations of pleasure, and these cellular changes lasted for at least a week.
Read moreDetailsDespite the clichés surrounding the habits of adolescents, the results of a study by the University of Seville show that most young people do not fit the risk profile of taking substances.
Read moreDetailsA new study that is published in the current issue of Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics addresses the problem of cannabis use in young people and addresses a very difficult target, psychotic patients.
Read moreDetailsThe problematic use of mobile phones is associated with addictive personality traits, according to a study published in CyberPsychology & Behavior.
Read moreDetailsChronic use of ketamine can lead to cognitive impairments, according to a study published in the journal Addiction.
Read moreDetailsIn 2009, The American Journal of Family Therapy published research that investigated the relationship between family functioning and adolescent addiction. The research was conducted by Mimma Tafa and Roberto Baiocoo, both psychologists from the University of Rome.
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