Adaptation of Dopamine Release with Chronic Ethanol Exposure and Withdrawal

Authors

Ronald Lopez, Brigham Young University
Dr. Scott Steffensen, Brigham Young University

Keywords

dopamine release, chronic ethanol exposure, withdrawal

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Psychology

Abstract

Alcohol addiction is a chronic relapsing disorder that has enormous impact on society. Alcohol is one of the most abused drugs. Advancement in the understanding of the brain mechanisms underlying the abuse of alcohol will pave the way for more effective treatment strategies that could reverse dependence on this drug and save lives and resources throughout the world.

Recommended Citation

Lopez, Ronald and Steffensen, Dr. Scott (2014) "Adaptation of Dopamine Release with Chronic Ethanol Exposure and Withdrawal," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014: Iss. 1, Article 305.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/305