Dopamine—a neurotransmitter responsible for influencing motivation, pleasure, mood and learning in the brain—has experienced ...

Chronic alcohol consumption profoundly alters gene expression in key brain regions involved in reward, impulse control, and ...

Evidence-based analysis examines EMDR therapy, trauma, addiction, and the role of the nervous system in long-term recovery NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Jan. 24, 2026 / PRZen / Upfront Inc. today announced ...

A new doctoral dissertation shows that gambling disorder is linked to brain networks involved in self-control and brain reward functions. By combining several brain imaging methods, the research ...

New research shows chronic alcohol use rewires gene activity in human brain regions that control reward and decision-making, ...

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Within the brain, chemical neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine regulate mood, emotions and many physiological and behavioral processes. Their imbalance can contribute to anxiety, ...

As our understanding of the neurobiology of addiction evolves, so do opportunities to develop more precise, brain-based interventions for co-occurring disorders. In our free webinar, "Advancing ...

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A new comprehensive analysis suggests that ultra-processed foods should no longer be viewed simply as food. Instead, a team ...