Is the 'love hormone' a buzz kill — and maybe a treatment for alcoholism?
The newest research comes against the backdrop of some other recent findings on oxytocin and alcohol, suggesting that the love drug also reduces alcohol consumption, cravings and withdrawal symptoms–not only in rats, but in alcohol-dependent humans … Read more on Los Angeles Times
'Huge void' in mental health services
The government may have expected more patients to enroll in the Affordable Care Act, and therefore be able to afford their treatment, but McDonald said that's not the case in his office. “A few more of the people we see will have health care, … one … Read more on Zanesville Times Recorder
Study finds disparity in cocaine arrests
Researchers from NYU's Center for Drug Use and HIV Research published a study that concluded those from disadvantaged backgrounds have a higher tendency to use crack cocaine over powder cocaine. The study, published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence on … Read more on NYU Washington Square News
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