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Childhood drug use is a growing concern that can have serious and long-lasting effects on a young person’s health, development, and future. Substance abuse during…
The new research explored how escapism ties in with running, well-being, and exercise dependence. Researchers have discovered that utilizing running as a means of escaping…
According to a recent study, analyzing hair samples may provide valuable insights into adolescent drug use, as the results revealed that nearly twice as many…
Apremilast is a medication used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis, psoriasis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme called…
A study conducted by researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) found that opioids were responsible for more than half of all fatal poisonings in…
Otezla® is a prescription medicine used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in adults. It works by inhibiting an enzyme called phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4),…
A compound generated by artificial intelligence-based tools predicted to bind to the kappa-opioid receptor. Credit: Image courtesy of Leslie Salas Estrada Researchers are turning to…
Cocaine use disorder (CUD) causes alterations in the “methylome” of Brodmann Area 9, a subregion within the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for self-awareness and…
Opioid addiction is a serious public health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by the compulsive use of opioids despite negative…
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is often prescribed to manage severe pain, but…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by unwanted and recurring thoughts, impulses, or images (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors or mental…
The overdose epidemic in America is a complex issue, costing 100,000 lives annually and reversing progress in life expectancy. However, researchers at the University of…
Drug and alcohol addiction is a serious and complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by a strong and often uncontrollable…
Scientists tested a chemical compound as an antidote for methamphetamine and fentanyl with highly promising results. Credit: Chad Smith/Division of Research/UMD Their method successfully counteracted…
A group of neuroscientists has found brain cells that control the motivation of mice to perform tasks for rewards. When these cells are activated, mice…
Social media addiction is a growing problem in today’s society, with increasing numbers of people becoming reliant on social media platforms for communication, entertainment, and…
This photo represents Cuesta et al.’s demonstration that cocaine exposure increases norepinephrine in the gut facilitating γ-Proteobacteria colonization. This gut microbiota shift toward γ-Proteobacteria leads…
Researchers report the breakthrough discovery of a new vaccine that targets the dangerous synthetic opioid fentanyl. It can block fentanyl’s ability to enter the brain,…
According to a new study by Harvard and Penn State researchers, lowering the amount of nicotine in cigarettes may reduce smoking without worsening mental health…