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AdvertisementCocaine 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
Rise in Illegal Drug Consumption
The consumption of illegal drugs has significantly increased over the past decade, according to the United Nations. Opioids such as heroin and cannabis are responsible
Cocaine-Producing Tobacco Plant
In a groundbreaking development, Chinese scientists have successfully modified the genes of a tobacco plant to produce cocaine. The aim of this research is to
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
Natural brake prevents cocaine addiction
New research has found that the interaction between the stimulating neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin in the brain can determine whether or not a person develops