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Scientists urge FDA to revoke approval of opioid addiction risk test

A group of public health experts and scientists is calling on the Food and Drug Administration to rescind its controversial approval of a DNA test that promises to predict the genetic risk of opioid addiction. In a letter sent to the agency on Thursday, 31 experts in the fields of genetics, addiction, psychiatry and medical… Read More »

Alcohol and drugs rewire your brain by changing the way your genes work – research explores how you can counter the effects of addiction

Many people are programmed to seek and respond to rewards. Your brain interprets food as rewarding when you’re hungry and water as rewarding when you’re thirsty. However, addictive substances such as alcohol and drugs can disrupt the natural reward pathways in your brain, resulting in irresistible cravings and decreased impulse control. A popular misconception is… Read More »