Erasing memories to stop drug relapse

Friday, July 17, 2020 - 09:21 in Psychology & Sociology

Research surrounding addiction often assumes reward is the primary motivation for drug use and relapse. But while chasing a “high” can prompt drug use, it’s often the acute symptoms of withdrawal – which can include nausea, vomiting, pain and cramping – that drive a return to drugs for relief. “The most difficult part of treating […]

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