The Neurobiology of Cocaine Addiction
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (941 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B006XL6QFI |
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| Number of Pages | : | 266 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-03-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It begins with a brief review of cocaine’s immediate effects on brain function, then focuses on two more recently discovered types of effects: alterations in genetic activity that last for weeks, and alterations of nerve cell structure that last for months and possibly much longer.The Neurobiology of Cocaine Addiction (Kindle Edition) forms part of an initiative by the website all-about-psychology to make important, insightful and engaging psychology publications widely available.. Detailed article which presents in broad outline the emerging picture of the neurobiology of cocaine addiction
Not Impressed I liked how detailed the article is regarding citing specific medical and pathological specific effects on the various areas of the brain. You really need a basic understanding of A&P in order to relate to the information stated.I would recommend this to doctors, psychiatrists or people skilled with a medical understanding or background