The latest in neuroscience—sorted and summarized for you
Welcome to the Neuroscience Report where each week we will highlight a specific topic in neuroscience and provide you with links to 5 journal articles, 5 news articles, and 5 wildcard picks.
Brought to you by Innovations in Clinical Neuroscience—your source for peer-reviewed, evidence-based information.
Five Journal Articles
Obesity and Substance Misuse: Is There a Relationship?
The Relation Between Body Mass Index and Substance Use: A True Can of Worms
Prescription Monitoring Programs: To Use or Not to Use
Buprenorphine Treatment for Narcotic Addiction: Not Without Risks
Five News Articles
Biomed-backed Drug Could End Addiction
Smaller Volumes in Certain Regions of the Brain could Lead to Increased Likelihood of Drug Addiction
Unique UIC Center Will Study Alcohol’s Effect on Genes
Scientists ID a New Approach to Treating Nicotine Addiction
Substance Abuse Risk Not Greater in Those Using Medical Marijuana with Prescribed Opioids
Five Wildcards
The Oatmeal: My Email is a Monster
Engineers of Addiction: Slot Machines Perfected Addictive Gaming. Now, Techs Want Their Tricks