Overcoming Memories That Trigger Cocaine Relapse

Published October 26, 2012

Overcoming memories that trigger cocaine relapse

Filed under: cocaine withdrawal treatment

There are currently no FDA-approved medications to treat cocaine abuse, only treatments that address withdrawal symptoms, says Mueller. Abuse is maintained, in part, through exposure to environmental cues that trigger cocaine-related memories which … Read more on ScienceBlog.com (blog)

Marijuana Withdrawal Is Real, Study Says
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(In contrast, withdrawal from other substances, such as alcohol and cocaine, are included as disorders.) The new findings show that doctors should be aware of the disorder, and educate patients about what symptoms they might experience when they try to … Read more on MyHealthNewsDaily

Diabetes Drug May Prove to Be a Successful Treatment for Addiction
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But researchers at Vanderbilt University believe that a diabetes drug may make the process slightly easier, and could be effective in fighting addiction to various drugs, including cocaine. (Photo : Wikimedia Commons/DEA Drug Enforcement Agency) In … Read more on Medical Daily