瑞秋 · 伍兹曼: 社交孤立如何助长阿片类药物成瘾

社交孤立如何助长阿片类药物成瘾

妥瑞氏症、海洛因成瘾和社交媒体痴迷有什么共同点？神经科学家瑞秋 · 伍兹曼（Rachel Wurzman）说，它们集中在大脑纹状体区域——这一关键发现可能重塑我们对阿片类危机的理解。瑞秋 · 伍兹曼与大家的分享展示了社会孤立如何导致复发和药物服用过量，并揭示了有意义的人际关系是提供潜在强大的康复来源。

Opioid addiction is deeply tied to social isolation, which disrupts brain circuits in the striatum responsible for reward and connection. Over 90 people die daily from overdose, and research shows that loneliness heightens cravings, making relapse more likely. Social connection, not just willpower or medication, can rewire these brain pathways toward healing. Recovery thrives in communities where people authentically relate and support each other.

Loneliness Hijacks the Brain and Fuels Opioid Addiction

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