Opiates may have neuroprotective properties against neurodegeneration and premature death
Opiates may have neuroprotective properties against neurodegeneration and premature death
Author(s): Alen J SalerianSubject(s): Neuropsychology, Clinical psychology, Substance abuse and addiction, Health and medicine and law
Published by: MedCrave Group Kft.
Keywords: opiates; substance abuse; addiction; health;
Summary/Abstract: Endorphins and endorphin agonists play a crucial role in the neuromodulation of mood, anxiety, pain and addiction. Review of clinical studies seem to elucidate possible protective role of opiates against neurodegeneration and premature death. The historical, biological, experimental, clinical and neuroimaging data strongly support the potential properties of opiates as neuro protectors.
Journal: Journal of Psychology & Clinical Psychiatry
- Issue Year: 3/2015
- Issue No: 4
- Page Range: 1-2
- Page Count: 2
- Language: English
