Drugs to Treat Alcoholism

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'Happy hour' gene discovery suggests cancer drugs might treat alcoholism

physorg.com — “A class of drugs already approved as cancer treatments might also help to beat alcohol addiction. That's the conclusion of a discovery in flies of a gene, dubbed happyhour, that has an important and previously unknown role in controlling the insects' response to alcohol.View full resource at physorg.com

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Treating Drug and Alcohol Addiction | HealthGuru

mental.healthguru.com — “Addiction treatment is a complex process and different for everyone. Withdrawal symptoms can make detox difficult, particularly when drugs or alcoholism are involved. Learn more about recovery programs and how they incorporate therapy and medication.View full resource at mental.healthguru.com

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If a loved one needs treatment, there are many options to choose from. Let Dr. Jeff Gardere explain them to you. http://ow.ly/46Amo

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Treating Drug and Alcohol Addiction | HealthGuru

mental.healthguru.com — “Addiction treatment is a complex process and different for everyone. Withdrawal symptoms can make detox difficult, particularly when drugs or alcoholism are involved. Learn more about recovery programs and how they incorporate therapy and medication.View full resource at mental.healthguru.com

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#AmyWinehouse entered rehab more than once in an effort to beat her addiction. Find out what other options are available. http://ow.ly/5LGWv

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Drugs To Treat Cocaine Abuse?

medicalnewstoday.com — “The authors of a new study in Biological Psychiatry explore pharmacological strategies for reducing cocaine self-administration in animals that may have implications for treating cocaine dependencView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Children being treated for alcohol and drug abuse - Newstalk ZB

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Cancer Drugs May Also Treat Alcoholism: Scientific American Podcast

scientificamerican.com — “Cancer Drugs May Also Treat Alcoholism: Scientific American PodcastView full resource at scientificamerican.com

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Cancer Drugs May Also Treat Alcholism: [The following is an exact transcript of this podcast.]As we recover from.. http://tinyurl.com/prltuw

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Sound Medicine: Drug for Alcoholics Treats Fragile X Autism

soundmedicine.iu.edu — “IU autism researcher Craig Erickson, MD, discusses his study of the drug acamprosate for treating fragile X autism.View full resource at soundmedicine.iu.edu

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@SoundMedicine features Riley's #Autism chief for his unique work with Fragile X Syndrome. Check it out! http://bit.ly/lydr3Z #kids

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FDA OKs Drug to Treat Opioid Addiction

webmd.com — “The FDA has approved a drug already used to treat alcohol dependence to help treat patients with addiction to heroin, morphine, and other opioids, including prescription painkillers such as OxyContin and Vicodin.View full resource at webmd.com

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Treat Alcoholism and Depression Together | Psych Central News

psychcentral.com — “A new study discovers a treatment regimen combining cognitive-behavioral therapy and medications for depression and alcohol addiction improves clinicalView full resource at psychcentral.com

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News: Treat Alcoholism and Depression Together http://bit.ly/cPL30L

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Surge in Number of Americans Treated for Prescription Painkiller Abuse - Addiction | Alcoholism | Drugs - MSN Health

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Treating Alcohol Addiction: Can a Pill Replace Abstinence? - TIME

time.com — “Some claim that baclofen can reduce cravings, without forcing drinkers to go cold turkey. But many researchers are skepticalView full resource at time.com

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Treating Alcohol Addiction: Can a Pill Replace Abstinence?: Some claim that baclofen can reduce cravings, withou.. http://bit.ly/51sg3

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Treating Alcohol Addiction: Can a Pill Replace Abstinence? - TIME

time.com — “Some claim that baclofen can reduce cravings, without forcing drinkers to go cold turkey. But many researchers are skepticalView full resource at time.com

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Some claim baclofen can reduce cravings, w/o forcing drinkers to go cold turkey. But many researchers r skeptical http://tinyurl.com/mzaea3

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Enzyme Might Be Target For Treating Smoking, Alcoholism At Same Time

medicalnewstoday.com — “An enzyme that appears to play a role in controlling the brain's response to nicotine and alcohol in mice might be a promising target for a drug that simultaneously would treat nicotine addictionView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Enzyme Might Be Target For Treating Smoking, Alcoholism At Same Time http://mnt.to/3ZwW #smoking #quitsmoking

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FDA OKs Drug to Treat Opioid Addiction

webmd.com — “The FDA has approved a drug already used to treat alcohol dependence to help treat patients with addiction to heroin, morphine, and other opioids, including prescription painkillers such as OxyContin and Vicodin.View full resource at webmd.com

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