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Research on the Medial Habenula and Opioid Addiction

Dr. Ibañez-Tallon at Rockefeller University is targeting the medial habenula, a region of the brain loaded with opioid receptors.

HDAC5 and the Epigenetics of Addiction

Two new studies explain the role of the epigenetic enzyme, HDAC5, in cocaine addiction and depression.

The Medial Habenula and Addiction

A trio of studies look at the medial habenula, a region in the brain associated with addiction, depression, and compulsive behavior.

Deep Brain Stimulation for Addiction Treatment

Two hospitals in England are teaming up to test the Brain-PACER deep brain stimulation treatment for substance use disorders.

Online Shopping Addiction and Compulsive Buying

Award-winning journalist, Emma Marris, travels the world following the science of shopping addiction and compulsive buying.

Sleep and Substance Use Disorder

New studies examine the relationship between sleep and substance use disorder.