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Hope For Treating Relapse To Methamphetamine Abuse
A new study suggests that
vigabatrin blocks
drug-seeking behavior in
animals previously trained
to associate methamphetamine
with a particular
... > full story
Methamphetamine Enters Brain Quickly And Lingers
Using positron emission
tomography to track tracer
doses of methamphetamine in
humans' brains, scientists
find that the addictive and
long-lasting effects of this
... > full story
Amphetamine, Cocaine Usage Increase Risk Of Stroke Among Young Adults
Increasing rates of
amphetamine and cocaine
usage by young adults
significantly boost their
risk of stroke, with
... > full story
Genetics Plays Role In Relapse Of Illicit Drug-Seeking Behavior
Inbred strains of rats
differ in how aggressively
they seek cocaine after a
few weeks of use,
researchers say. The finding
is another piece of evidence
... > full story
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Wastewater Used To Map Illicit Drug Use
July 16, 2009 — A team of researchers has mapped patterns of illicit drug use across the state of Oregon using a method of sampling municipal wastewater before it is treated. Their findings provide a one-day ... > full story -
Brain Functions That Can Prevent Relapse Improve After A Year Of Methamphetamine Abstinence
July 2, 2009 — Researchers report that it takes at least a year for former methamphetamine users to regain impulse control. The results tell recovering substance abusers, their families and drug-treatment ... > full story -
Following Meth Use In Mice: Exercise Protects Against Damage Causing Leakage In Blood-Brain Barrier
April 22, 2009 — Regular exercise can prevent the disruption of the blood brain barrier that normally occurs with a dose of methamphetamine comparable to that used by heavy meth users. A new study is the first to ... > full story -
Prenatal Methamphetamine Exposure Linked To Abnormal Brain Development
April 16, 2009 — A first of its kind study examining the effects of methamphetamine use during pregnancy has found the drug appears to cause abnormal brain development in children. The research is published in the ... > full story -
Methamphetamine Use Cost United States About $23 Billion In 2005, Study Estimates
February 7, 2009 — The first-ever comprehensive national assessment of the economic burden of methamphetamine use in the United States finds the drug cost the United States $23.4 billion in 2005, including the ... > full story -
Success Of Anti-Meth Ads Questioned By Study
December 11, 2008 — The federal government and several states have funded an advertising campaign on methamphetamine use. This study shows that the campaign has produced some negative outcomes. The study author ... > full story -
Methamphetamine Abuse Linked To Underage Sex, Smoking And Drinking
November 23, 2008 — Teens who have never done drugs, but engage in other risky behaviours such as drinking, smoking and being sexually active, are more likely to use crystal meth, medical researchers have ... > full story -
Methamphetamine Abuse Linked To Underage Sex, Smoking And Drinking
October 29, 2008 — Children and adolescents who abuse alcohol or are sexually active are more likely to take methamphetamines, also known as 'meth' or 'speed.' New research reveals the risk factors associated with MA ... > full story -
Pharmacology Of Crystal Meth Described
June 20, 2008 — When smoked, crystal meth rapidly achieves high concentrations in the brain without the burdens of the intravenous route. Scientists review the actions of methamphetamine and explain the potential ... > full story -
Amphetamine Abuse Linked To Heart Attacks In Young Adults
June 5, 2008 — Young adults who abuse amphetamines may be at greater risk of suffering a heart attack. Amphetamines may contribute to heart attacks by increasing heart rate and blood pressure and by causing ... > full story
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