New clues emerge for understanding morphine addiction

Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 01:14 in Psychology & Sociology

Scientists are adding additional brush strokes to the revolutionary new image now emerging for star-shaped cells called astrocytes in the brain and spinal cord. Their report suggests a key role for astrocytes in morphine's ability to relieve pain and cause addiction.

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