Health
Marijuana use linked to epigenetic changes
Recent and long-term marijuana use is linked to changes in the human epigenome, a new Northwestern Medicine study published in Molecular Psychiatry has found.
Jul 20, 2023
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Addiction
Study: Marijuana top illegal drug used worldwide
Marijuana is the most popular illegal drug used worldwide, but addictions to popular painkillers like Vicodin, Oxycontin and codeine kill the most people, according to the first-ever global survey of illicit drug abuse.
Aug 28, 2013
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Medical research
Even 'low-risk' drinking can be harmful
It's not just heavy drinking that's a problem—even consuming alcohol within weekly low-risk drinking guidelines can result in hospitalization and death, according to a new study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol ...
Jun 15, 2020
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Study suggests alcohol consumption linked to acceleration of Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60% to 80% of dementia cases, according to the Alzheimer's Association. While current research suggests alcohol use disorder is a risk factor in Alzheimer's ...
Feb 17, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researchers say extended antidepressant use creates physical dependence
Patients who have taken antidepressants for years should consider coming off the medication. However, researchers say they will likely face difficult and even dangerous withdrawal symptoms due to a physical dependence.
Feb 20, 2020
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Health
Potentially dangerous synthetic cooling agents are used at high levels in e-cigarettes and refillable vaping liquids
E-cigarette makers are adding potentially dangerous levels of the synthetic cooling agents WS-3 and WS-23 to disposable e-cigarettes and e-cigarette refills sold in the U.S., according to research published at the ATS 2022 ...
May 16, 2022
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Medications
Taking opioids at home after surgery: More harms than benefits
A new study conducted at the RI-MUHC concludes that prescribing opioid analgesics at discharge after surgery does not reduce postoperative pain and increases the risk of adverse events.
Jun 20, 2022
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Medical research
New study reveals how alcohol cravings get stronger after drinking during withdrawal
For some people with alcohol use disorder, it might be the sight of a familiar bar or a favorite bottle; for others, it might be the feeling of leaving the office after a stressful day at work or stepping into a crowded party. ...
May 3, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Excessive social media use is comparable to drug addiction
Bad decision-making is a trait oftentimes associated with drug addicts and pathological gamblers, but what about people who excessively use social media? New research from Michigan State University shows a connection between ...
Jan 10, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The connection between alcoholism and depression
Alcoholism and depression often go hand-in-hand.
Sep 21, 2018
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