Summary: Certain behavioral traits are inherited in humans. Thus, genes influence how people behave under specific circumstances. However, the availability of GWAS has now made
Summary: Large number of people are prescribed opioids for moderate to severe pain. In many cases, opioids are prescribed at a higher dosage for a
Summary: Buprenorphine is a treatment of choice for treating opioid use disorder (OUD) in outpatient settings. However, doctors need to understand that many such patients
Summary: Opioid addiction and related deaths have considerably impacted average life expectancy in the US. It has emerged as a major preventable cause of mortality.
Summary: Chronic pain is among the primary symptoms in IBD patients. This pain is especially severe among hospitalized patients, often requiring opioid use. However, now
Summary: Some people experience greater pleasure by eating food than others. Thus, these individuals are more likely to consume excess calories. Dopamine pathways are known
Alcohol is the most commonly consumed mind-altering substance in the world. Unlike other drugs, its consumption is legal. As a result, it is the most
Summary: People living with opioid addiction often report a greater degree of childhood trauma. However, it is still unclear if adverse childhood experience is really
Summary: Depression is one of the most prevalent mental disorders. It has a high prevalence in affluent societies. Researchers have been struggling to explain its
Summary: Cocaine is a potent stimulant and a substance of abuse. However, contrary to common belief, it causes severe addiction only in 20% of the
Summary: People often use substances like tobacco and marijuana for pain relief, especially when living with chronic pain. However, a new study shows that concurrent
Summary: Buprenorphine is quite effective for managing opioid addiction, including fentanyl addiction. However, many of those who transition from fentanyl to buprenorphine experience worsening withdrawal