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Brain structure indicates alcoholism may affect women differently than men

April 24, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Alcohol, Research/Trends/Statistics

New research has shown that alcoholism may affect women differently than men. Specifically, the affected reward system brain structures are larger in alcoholic women which has been correlated with a shorter length of sobriety. If you are a loved one are struggling with alcohol use disorder, call us today at 504-510-2331 and read more about the effects of gender on alcoholism here: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170420162145.htm

Stress may induce relapse in people with cocain use disorder

April 21, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Cocaine, Research/Trends/Statistics

Stress has a tendency to induce relapse, especially in individuals with cocaine use disorder. Researchers, however, have discovered a way to alter a molecular neural pathway in order to turn the relapse switch back off after stress turns it on. For more information, click here or call us at 504-510-2331.

Alcohol and Unsafe Sexual Behavior

April 14, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Alcohol, Research/Trends/Statistics, STDs

Alcohol abuse has been linked to unsafe sexual behavior and is associated with increased risk of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections. Intoxication often leads to poor decision-making and a lack of inhibition, making sexual behavior a common issue. Unsafe behaviors such as anonymous sex, failure to use condoms and/or birth control, and engaging with multiple sexual partners all increase the risk of adverse health outcomes. Additionally, patterns of alcohol abuse are associated with sexual risk-taking behaviors in the long-term, not only following binge-drinking events. The data connecting HIV and alcohol is astounding; more than 1.2 million people living in …

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JAMA study finds increase in heroin use

April 12, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Heroin and Opioids, Research/Trends/Statistics

A study published in JAMA examined the changes in heroin use disorder patterns from 2001-2002 to 2012-2013 and found that use grew significantly higher over time with the greatest increases shown among white individuals. In addition, researchers found that the nonmedical use of prescription opioids before heroin use only increased among white users. If you are struggling with opioid use, please call Two Dreams today at 504-510-2331. Read more here: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/article-abstract/2612444

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

April 5, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Family, Heroin and Opioids, Oxycodone, Research/Trends/Statistics, Women and Drugs

Neonatal abstinence syndrome is on the rise. Since 1999, its incidence has tripled in 28 states (from 1.5 to 6 cases per 1,000 live births per year), with the worst rates being in West Virginia, Vermont, and Maine (about 30 case per 1,000 live births). This syndrome begins in infants soon after they lose access to the addictive drugs delivered in vitro, either when the mother goes cold turkey during pregnancy or when the baby is delivered. Women who become pregnant while they are taking illicit or prescription drugs should discuss with their medical provider how to discontinue drug use …

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Meth may take advantage of the brain’s natural learning process

April 3, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Methamphetamines, Research/Trends/Statistics

A recent study conducted by The Scripps Research Institute showed that when meth-addiction rodent models stopped using methamphetamines, new brain cells began forming in a part of the brain associated with learning and memory. This suggests that the brain is strengthening memories associated with the drug, making relapse more likely. If you are struggling with methamphetamine use, please call us today at 504-510-2331. Read more here: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170331130820.htm

Early use of marijuana linked to lifelong habit

March 31, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Marijuana, Research/Trends/Statistics

A study released in December 2016 by the Canadian Task Force on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation suggests that the younger you start using marijuana, the more likely you are to develop a lifelong habit and diminished physical and mental health. In particular, the worst effects come about if the first use is below age 15. If you or a loved one are struggling with cannabis use, please call us today at 504-510-2331. Read more here: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170328105901.htm

What You Should Know about Oxycodone

March 29, 2017 April 7, 2020 / Drugs and the Brain, Oxycodone, Research/Trends/Statistics

Oxycodone is the active ingredient in a number of prescription opioid painkillers, including Oxycotin and Percocet, which are used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is one of the most common opioids (along with methadone and hydrocodone) associated with overdose death. Every day, over 1000 people go to the emergency department for misusing opioids, and over 14,000 die a year from overdoses (stat from the year 2014). How Does Oxycodone Work? Oxycodone acts on the central nervous system by blocking receptors involved in pain induction. Through its interaction with the opioid receptors, …

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Individuals with a family history of alcoholism more likely to lucidly recall their unpleasant symptoms of hangover

March 24, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Alcohol, Research/Trends/Statistics

A new study suggests that even though individuals with a family history of alcoholism are no more likely to develop hangover symptoms than their counterparts, they are more likely to lucidly recall their unpleasant symptoms. This suggests a possible clinical application, reminding drinkers of the negative side-effects they experienced in an attempt to lessen excessive drinking episodes. If you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol use, please call us today at 504-510-2331. Read more here: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170320143111.htm

Substance use disorder may significantly increases the risk of suicide in veterans

March 20, 2017 April 6, 2020 / Alcohol, Heroin and Opioids, Research/Trends/Statistics, Veterans

A recent study published in Addiction journal indicates that having a substance use disorder significantly increases the risk of suicide in veterans, twice the risk for men and up to five times the risk for women. These findings suggest that a more robust suicide prevention plan should be implemented in veterans struggling with drug use. If you or a loved one are struggling with drug use of any kind, please call us today at 504-510-2331. Read more here: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170316092949.htm

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