| Literature DB >> 25641765 |
Puja K Parekh1, Angela R Ozburn2, Colleen A McClung3.
Abstract
Addiction is a widespread public health issue with social and economic ramifications. Substance abuse disorders are often accompanied by disruptions in circadian rhythms including sleep/wake cycles, which can exacerbate symptoms of addiction and dependence. Additionally, genetic disturbance of circadian molecular mechanisms can predispose some individuals to substance abuse disorders. In this review, we will discuss how circadian genes can regulate midbrain dopaminergic activity and subsequently, drug intake and reward. We will also suggest future directions for research on circadian genes and drugs of abuse.Entities:
Keywords: Addiction; Alcohol; Circadian; Dopamine
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Year: 2015 PMID: 25641765 PMCID: PMC4457686 DOI: 10.1016/j.alcohol.2014.09.034
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Alcohol ISSN: 0741-8329 Impact factor: 2.405