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Brain Magnet Treatment Helps Smokers Quit
A new study has found that a treatment called Theta-Burst transcranial magnetic stimulation (TBS) can improve self-control and reduce cigarette cravings in smokers. The brains
Cocaine disrupts brain’s happiness receptors.
Cocaine is one of the most popular drugs in the world, causing short-term euphoria but long-term disruption to the brain’s ability to experience happiness. A
Inflation Boosts Gambling Addiction
The promise of quick financial gains through gambling, as often advertised, is often in stark contrast to reality. In times of high inflation, where money
Top German Cities for Cocaine Consumption
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) has released a report on the consumption of illegal drugs in 104 European cities across
Vaccine to Prevent Drug Deaths
A new vaccine is being developed to prevent opioid overdoses caused by Fentanyl by blocking the drug’s analgesic effect. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that
Binge-Drinking Increases Alcoholism Risk
Binge-Drinking Increases Risk of Alcoholism, Study Finds A new study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found that the risk of alcoholism is
Alcohol’s Impact on Brain Metabolism
A single episode of alcohol consumption can alter the brain for several days, even after the alcohol has left the bloodstream. While small amounts of
UN warns of strain on healthcare from cannabis
The increasing use of cannabis is leading to a greater burden on healthcare facilities, according to the World Drug Report 2022 by the United Nations
Quit Smoking: End Nicotine Addiction
A recent study has found that injuries to a specific network in the brain can lead to spontaneous remission of nicotine addiction. This discovery could
Risks of Medical Cannabis Addiction
A new study conducted by scientists at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) has found that medical cannabis therapy has a high potential for dependency, which
