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The evolutionary origins and significance of drug addiction

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Saah, Tammy·2005·Harm Reduction Journal

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By looking at drug addiction from an evolutionary perspective, we may understand its underlying significance and evaluate its three-fold nature: biology, psychology, and social influences. In this investigation it is important to delve into the co-evolution of mammalian brains and ancient psychotropic plants. Gaining an understanding of the implications of ancient psychotropic substance use in altering mammalian brains will assist in assessing the causes and effects of addiction in a modern-day context. By exploring addiction in this manner, we may move towards more effective treatment early prevention, treating the root of the issue rather than the symptoms.

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Authors
Saah, T.
Affiliations
Stanford Medicine (US)
Corresponding author
Saah, Tammy
Venue
Harm Reduction Journal
Published
2005-06-29
Volume
2
Issue
1
Pages
8-8
ISSN
1477-7517 (ISSN-L)
OpenAlex
W1782206456
Cited by
77
References
20
Citations by year
2026: 1 · 2025: 5 · 2024: 9 · 2023: 10 · 2022: 6 · 2021: 9 · 2020: 4 · 2019: 4 · 2018: 3 · 2017: 2 · 2016: 8 · 2015: 1 · 2014: 1 · 2013: 4 · 2012: 1
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0.24
Type
journal article
Language
en
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  • Harm Reduction Journal (publishedVersion, cc-by)
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  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
  • DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals) (submittedVersion)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience › Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Evolutionary Psychology and Human Behavior
Keywords
drug addiction, psychoactive plants, mammalian brain evolution, addiction treatment, addiction prevention

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