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Shedding Light on New Techniques for Treating Addiction
Sara Bellum
May 23, 2013
When our brains are healthy, we barely notice this marvel of engineering that controls our every thought, feeling, and move. But the many people suffering from brain disorders, including addiction, know that malfunctions in the brain can change who we are and how we manage our lives. Read More »
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Thin at any Cost?
April 11, 2013
You only need to stand in a supermarket checkout line to realize our society is obsessed with how people look. Magazine headlines scream, “Guess Who!” next to a picture of a flabby stomach. Or they praise “So-and-So’s Awesome Post-Baby Body!” Read More »
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Rap Music and Molly
April 09, 2013
NIDA stays up to date on drug use trends. Read More »
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Finding Your Voice: Using Creativity for Positive Change
April 04, 2013
In 2011, at age 14, Grant Davis was recognized by NIDA and the GRAMMY Foundation for his song, “Just a Child,” a tribute to his older sister Kelly, who struggled with addiction. Read More »
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Expectations and Alcohol: The Fun May Be in Your Head
April 02, 2013
Some common reasons people give for why they drink alcohol in social situations include: Read More »
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Understanding Learning and Memory
March 28, 2013
What’s your new geometry teacher’s name? How do you get to your friend’s house? Where did you put your smartphone? Have you noticed that practice makes you play the piano better? Read More »
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