The addictive brain: all roads lead to dopamine.
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This article will touch on theories, scientific research and conjecture about the evolutionary genetics of the brain function and the impact of genetic variants called polymorphisms on drug-seeking behavior. It will cover the neurological basis of pleasure-seeking and addiction, which affects multitudes in a global atmosphere where people are seeking "pleasure states".
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of psychoactive drugs
دوره 44 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012