Recent research from neurophysiology, brain neurochemistry and cognitive neuroscience has allowed us to develop a more comprehensive view of all phases of the life cycle of addiction. The advances in medication development have proceeded at a slower pace. This presentation will describe the three phases of the addiction experience, as proposed by Koob, and describe the current understanding of the neutral circuitry that subtends each phase. The talk will then describe the science and the practical application of using the newer medications in addiction treatment—with the risks and benefits of each.

This course relies on visual presentation and video clips to provide a clear understanding of how addictions change the neurochemisty of the brain and how medications might help the brain recover. To take this course follow these three steps:

1) No video of this talk is available. Registered users of this site have access to the handout to use as a training guide for this lecture.

2) Listen to the presentation by clicking on this US Journal Training link:

3) When you complete the training, we recommend you register with the U.S. Journal Training to obtain CEUs by post exam testing by clicking here.

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