Animal models used to study alcoholism: What can we learn?
In many different areas of science, animal models are used to begin understanding of diseases and behaviors analogous to humans. This animal model concept has a...
Tag: Neuropsychology
Opioids and Addiction
I have been hearing more and more these days that doctors are handing out high-potency pain killers like they are candy and I have been wondering why, when thes...
Marijuana: Oh the Possibilities
So let’s not beat around the bush here: a significant number of people – not only in America but around the world – have tried or habitually done marijuana some...
The Growing Spectrum: Why is Autism on the Rise?
Considering the personal relationships I have with members of the educational community, I often hear teachers refer to children that are “on the spectru...
Concussion recovery time varies on individual basis
Concussion is a common accident experienced by people of all ages. It can be a result of a fall, a hit to the head or any type of traumatic brain injury. Sports...