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Journal of Addiction Research & Therapy
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  • Opinion Article   
  • J Addict Res Ther 2024: 729,
  • DOI: 10.4172/2155-6105.100729

Neuroplasticity and Addiction: Understanding Brain Rewiring During Substance Use and Recovery

M. Andrew Bickel*
Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Indiana University School of Medicine, U.S.A
*Corresponding Author : M. Andrew Bickel, Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Indiana University School of Medicine, U.S.A, Email: m.78@uams.edu

Received Date: Dec 04, 2024 / Published Date: Dec 30, 2024

Abstract

Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize and form new neural connections, plays a critical role in understanding the mechanisms of addiction and recovery. This paper explores the relationship between neuroplasticity and addiction, examining how substance use induces changes in the brain's structure and function, and how these changes may be reversed or modified during the recovery process. Addiction is not only characterized by compulsive substance use but also by enduring alterations in the brain's reward, motivation, and memory systems. By exploring both the detrimental effects of substance use on brain plasticity and the potential for recovery through various therapeutic approaches, this paper provides insights into the dynamic process of brain rewiring. The paper further discusses how neuroplasticity-based interventions, including behavioral therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, and pharmacological treatments, can facilitate the brain's recovery and help restore emotional and cognitive balance. Ultimately, the study highlights the importance of neuroplasticity in addiction recovery, suggesting that the brain is not only vulnerable to the damaging effects of addiction but also capable of healing through targeted therapeutic strategies.

Citation: Andrew Bickel M (2024) Neuroplasticity and Addiction: Understanding Brain Rewiring During Substance Use and Recovery. J Addict Res Ther 15: 729. Doi: 10.4172/2155-6105.100729

Copyright: © 2024 Andrew Bickel M. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited

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