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Drug addiction

It is defined as a compulsive need to use drugs to function normally. A person usually encounters the addictive agent casually but soon becomes so dependent on it that he/she require it to function. Drug addicts most often want to quit the habit but find it difficult to do so on their own. For this reason, there are a number of de-addiction clinics – for example AA (alcoholics anonymous), etc. Some research shows that an addict’s brain reacts to addictive agents differently when compared to those who are not addicted, leading to the idea that addiction might be a genetically acquired trait. The use of drugs causes both instant and long term damage to the body and mind. For example, they cause hallucinations, lack of inhibition, depression, euphoria, excess hunger, etc. immediately upon ingestion and loss of memory, lack in brain function, damage to various organs in the body, rotting of the teeth and even cancer in the long run.


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    Sanjay Dutt wants to help youth get rid of drug addiction

    Actor Sanjay Dutt comes forward to create awareness regarding drug addiction. The talented actor is set to be a part of #DrugFreeIndia campaign which will fight drug abuse amongst the youth.

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    This is why women are more vulnerable to drug addiction

    Women's hormonal cycles may not only make them prone to drug addiction but are also affected by triggers that lead to relapse, reveals study.

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    Now Instagram to have new feature that can crack down on opioid dealers, help opioid user seek support

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    Substance abuse likely to reduce lifespan in teens

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    Impulsive teens more prone to addiction, behavioural disorders in adulthood, says study

    A recent study has shown that those teens with increasing impulsive behaviour can develop behavioural abnormalities and addiction during adulthood.

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    Combat drug addiction with this new therapy

    Researchers have developed a treatment that may help reverse chemical imbalances made to the brain by habitual drug use and could one day help recovering drug addicts avoid future drug use.

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    Google has temporarily banned addiction and rehab centre ads worldwide

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    Can pranayama help you overcome drug addiction?

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    Try Tratak meditation to deal with drug addiction

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    Substance abuse amongst kids on rise, reveals a study

    Lack of social bonding, the feeling of isolation and failure of a support system are the immediate predisposing factors.

  • SC asks govt to formulate action plan to combat drug abuse among children

    SC asks govt to formulate action plan to combat drug abuse among children

    'Complete a national survey and generate a national data base within a period of six months', the court said.

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    Study says hypocretin, a molecule in the brain may drive cocaine addiction

    Increased levels of a molecule in the brain, called hypocretin, may contribute to cocaine addiction, new research has found.

  • Does every drug addict need to go to a rehabilitation center

    Does every drug addict need to go to a rehabilitation center

    Dr Samir Parikh says that drug addiction does not always require rehabilitation as it can be treated with medications and counselling too.

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