This week, researchers in Indianapolis are using mathematical models to deepen our understanding of how the brain reacts to long-term substance use: “[T]he introduction and restriction of drugs over time caused neurons to lose their ability to engage supervisory control over brain function and behavior.”
This slightly graphic, creatively-worded article tells about a new strategy for pain management without use of addictive opiates: a “pacemaker for the back”.
And, speaking of complex systems, here’s an article I’ve been waiting for for a while. “Addiction recovery: Is there an app for that?”
On the other side, here’s the latest part of an in-depth series of articles claiming that “reductive biochemistry” is not sufficient to solve problems like addiction. While I don’t quite agree, I’d love to hear your thoughts!
To end on a slightly less rigorous note, here’s a use of the word “addiction” I’ve never seen before: America’s Addiction to Archaelogy!