Substance dependence: distinct transcriptomic patterns and neuroimmune system involvement in addiction pathogenesis and progression

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Mind & Mental Health Switzerland

BackgroundIt is well-established that consistent exposure to psychoactive substances can alter gene expression within the brain’s reward and motivation centers. These lasting changes in neuronal gene expression, including those driven by transcriptional mechanisms, can lead to a persistent craving for these substances, resulting in a definitive loss of behavioral control over consumption.…

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