NIDA: Drugs, Brains, and Behavior - The Science of Addiction
Posted by Clark Venable on 2/22/2007
The National Institute on Drug Abuse just published a booklet intended to help patients understand drug addiction titled The Science of Addiction.
"As a result of scientific research, we know that addiction is a disease that affects both brain and behavior. We have identified many of the biological and environmental factors and are beginning to search for the genetic variations that contribute to the development and progression of the disease. Scientists use this knowledge to develop effective prevention and treatment approaches that reduce the toll drug abuse takes on individuals, families, and communities."
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