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Long Term Effects of Drug Abuse on the Brain
The human brain is a constantly changing organ. Your brain is not the same as it was one year ago or even one month ago. Every time you learn a new fact or gain a new understanding or even enjoy a new activity your brain develops new connections called synapses. Over time, some synapses become stronger while others weaken and may disappear altogether. In short, your brain influences and is influenced by all that you do. The wonder of the human brain is a great gift when it is treated to positive learning and experiences, but the brain is also vulnerable to mistreatment.
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05 Feb 2012
100 Years of the War on Drugs
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the war on drugs. Prior to 1912 and even as late as World War I, alcohol was considered the number one vice plaguing nations. This was the time when the temperance movement was gaining momentum both in the United States as well as in parts of Europe, most notably in the United Kingdom.
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Treating drug addiction with another substance that could itself be addictive is a complex and highly debated topic among healthcare and psychological providers. Recent research is addressing this challenge, focused on developing a vaccine that may help offset nicotine addiction as well as other anti-addiction formulas, such as those designed for methamphetamine addiction.
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07 Dec 2011
Blocking the Effects of Stress
One of the major components of addictive behavior is stress. Individuals who have completed withdrawal stages and then followed through with treatment through various types of therapy often find that despite their preparations for handling multiple types of scenarios, stress can trigger a relapse.
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05 Dec 2011
Addiction Is One of the Most Powerful Cravings
Psychologists at McGill University and Harvard believe people suffer from addictions because of their cravings and that a craving is an emotional memory that is strong and unforgettable. In recent years, researchers say they have discovered memories, whether negative or positive, can decrease over time.
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Parents of children who are labeled as gifted may, in some ways, feel that they have a bit of insurance against later problems. The children may not struggle with understanding concepts in ways that other children could, and with the addition of hard work, they may excel academically.
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A recent study could aid suicide prevention specialists in saving those who have thoughts of attempting suicide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reported that, in the past year, over 2.2 million adults made a plan for suicide, and more than 1 million attempted suicide.
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There are events from your past that trouble you, and you’ve noticed some unhealthy behavior patterns emerging – but how do you know if your struggles have been caused by emotional trauma or something else? Research shows that a number of relatively common experiences, such as car accidents, being diagnosed with a health condition, a significant break-up, or a deeply embarrassing or disappointing experience, can result in emotional trauma.
