Brain Imaging, Other Advances Reveal Drugs' Effects on Brain

Brain Imaging, Other Advances Reveal Drugs' Effects on Brain

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“The universe of a person who is addicted is narrowed to the drug, and that is the challenge and the incredible opportunity we have as psychiatrists to help these individuals,” said Nora Volkow, M.D., director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse …
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Jenna Jameson Says She Watched 'Addict' Tito Ortiz Fake UFC Drug Tests

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Jenna-jameson-tito-ortiz_original_crop_north. Ethan Miller/Getty Images. According to famed pornography star and retired actress Jenna Jameson, former UFC champion Tito Ortiz was "addicted" to drugs during his MMA career. Those are bold claims, but do …
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GUEST COMMENTARY: Help drugaddicted mothers make changes

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I have grave concerns about the implications of the article “Authorities ready to charge mothers of drug-addicted infants,” written by John Davidson, that appeared in the May 21 Gadsden Times. Being a helping professional, I agree with the premise of …
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