Tag: dopamine
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How Brain Imaging Sheds Light on Why Stimulants Boost ADHD Performance
Understanding the Promise of Stimulants in ADHD Stimulant medications like methylphenidate (Ritalin) and amphetamine-based drugs (Adderall) have long been a cornerstone in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While their effectiveness is well documented in clinical practice, recent brain imaging studies are clarifying exactly how these medications alter brain activity to improve attention, impulse control,…
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Brain Imaging Reveals How ADHD Stimulants Boost Performance
How Brain Imaging Sheds Light on ADHD Stimulants Prescription stimulants like Ritalin (methylphenidate) and Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts) have long been used to manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While clinicians have noted improvements in focus, impulse control, and task persistence, modern brain imaging is now helping explain exactly how these medicines work in the…
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Sex File: Has Commitment Quieted the Spark After No-Strings Sex?
Introduction: The science behind the spark Many couples report a shift in intensity after transitioning from casual, no-strings sex to a more committed relationship. Scientists point to a cocktail of neurochemicals—oxytocin, norepinephrine, and dopamine—that fuel attraction and bonding. When you’re in love or sharing intimate moments with someone you’re drawn to, these chemicals light up…
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Sex File: No-strings Spark—Has Commitment Doused the Fire?
Introduction: The romance rush versus the steady flame Many people report that the exhilarating spark they felt during casual, no-strings sex shifts once commitment enters the scene. The question isn’t just about chemistry; it’s about how our brains respond to love, attachment, and the realities of a long-term partnership. Scientific studies show that the brain’s…
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Sex File: Does Commitment Douse the Spark After Great No-Strings Sex?
Why the Spark Feels Different When Commitment Arrives Many couples report that the heat of a no-strings, casual arrangement fades when commitment enters the picture. But is this a simple switch in mood, or a deeper shift in brain chemistry? Researchers compare the rush of romance to a cocktail of brain chemicals—oxytocin, dopamine, and norepinephrine—that…
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Researchers Target Neural Interactions Shaping Drug and Social Reward in Breakthrough $3.7M Grant
Overview: A Bold Step Toward Understanding Drug Avoidance via Social Context Public health experts long considered substance use disorders a chronic, treatable brain disease. A new five-year study funded with a $3.7 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will probe the neural conversations between social interaction and drug reward. Led by…
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FSU Research Award Seeks Neural Link Between Social Bonds and Drug Avoidance
Overview: A Groundbreaking Five-Year Study Researchers at Florida State University have secured a $3.7 million, five-year grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to investigate how peer partners and social contexts shape drug avoidance. Led by Mohamed Kabbaj, a professor of biomedical sciences, and Zuoxin Wang, a professor of psychology, the project aims to…
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FSU Researchers Win $3.7M Grant to Unravel How Social Ties Shape Drug Avoidance
Introduction: A bold step in addiction research A five-year, $3.7 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will propel a landmark study at Florida State University. Led by Mohamed Kabbaj and Zuoxin Wang, the project investigates how peer relationships and social context influence the brain’s response to drugs, with a focus on…