STUDY REVEALS HOW SEROTONIN RECEPTORS CAN SHAPE DRUG EFFECTS FROM LSD TO MIGRAINE MEDICATION
Researchers analyze the atomic structure of two types of human serotonin receptors. Their findings could explain why some drugs, which interact with these receptors, occasionally have harmful effects.… READ MORE…
EXENDIN-4 DIABETES MEDICATION MAY MINIMIZE DAMAGE FOR BLAST RELATED TBI
Diabetes Drug Could Be a Promising Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury TAU research finds that existing diabetes medication may ease damage caused by brain-addl… READ MORE…
ACETAMINOPHEN USE DURING PREGNANCY LINKED TO INCREASED RISK OF BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS IN KIDS
Researchers report the commonly used pain medication, acetaminophen, is associated with an increased risk of behavioral problems in offspring when taken during pregnancy.… READ MORE…
STUDY REINFORCES KETAMINE’S REPUTATION AS ANTIDEPRESSANT
A new study backs up previous research regarding the effectiveness of ketamine in treating depression. Additionally, researchers identified antidepressant effects in Botox, Diclofenac and Minocycline, drugs commonly used for other purposes.… READ MORE…
COMPOUND FROM MARINE SNAILS MAY PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE TO OPIOIDS
Researchers have discovered a compound from marine snails that is able to block pain by targeting a pathway not associated with opioids.… READ MORE…
PSYCHIATRIC CONDITIONS LINKED TO INCREASED RISK OF LONG-TERM OPIOID USE
Researchers report on an increase in rates of opioid prescriptions to people with mental health conditions.… READ MORE…
MARIJUANA COULD HELP TREAT DRUG ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS
According to researchers, using marijuana could help in the treatment of alcoholism and opioid drug abuse, as well as provide relief from symptoms of PTSD, depression and other mental health issues.… READ MORE…
HIGH TIMES: TAKING A LOOK AT THE MARIJUANA RECEPTOR
A new study reveals how THC binds to cannabinoid receptor 1 in the brain.… READ MORE…
NEW DRUG TARGET COULD PREVENT TOLERANCE AND ADDICTION TO OPIOIDS
A new study reports researchers have discovered a brain mechanism that could be a suitable target to prevent addiction and tolerance to opioids.… READ MORE…
A BODYGUARD FOR YOUR EARS
Researchers discover our ears have novel pain systems that protect the from damaging noises.… READ MORE…
ANCIENT CRANIAL SURGERY
Ancient Peruvian healers practiced trepanation, a surgical procedure which involved removing a section of the cranial vault with a hand drill, over 1000 years ago in order to treat a variety of ailments, a new study reports.… READ MORE…
MUSIC’S ROLE IN REDUCING STRESS FOR CANCER PATIENTS
A new study is to investigate whether music affects the health of cancer patients by soothing them and making them less anxious. Depending on the outcomes, future research could hone in on how much anxiety levels decreased after music therapy and how reduced anxiety affects a patient’s recovery time, complications and willingness to comply with treatment. … READ MORE…