Addiction Treatment Articles

• Cocaine Addiction Treatment Now Found at the Pharmacy

  A recent article in News Wise looks at the first cocaine addiction treatment to be found at the pharmacy. Researchers have discovered a beta blocker, commonly known as propranolol, which is being used right now to treat those who have anxiety and hypertension. more...

• Exercise Offers Potential Treatment for Cocaine Addiction

  Exercise has also been shown to help individuals to battle addictions to alcohol, nicotine or even food. more...

• Ritalin Examined as Potential Cocaine Addiction Treatment Tool

  In this brain-scanning study, it was determined that an oral dose of methylphenidate can improve brain function and enhance cognitive performance in those who are addicted to cocaine. more...

• Ritalin May Help Treat Cocaine Dependency

  The active ingredient in the ADHD medication Ritalin may help cocaine-dependent adults better manage their impulse control. more...

• Acupuncture Helpful for Treating Cocaine Addictions

  Recent research shows that acupuncture may help cocaine addicts discontinue using the drug. more...

• New Insights into Mechanism of Cocaine Addiction

  A new study offers new insight into the mechanism behind cocaines addictiveness. more...

• Cocaine Vaccine Shows Limited Success

  2.5 million people in the United States are currently addicted to cocaine, yet only 809,000 of them are getting treatment. more...

• Hunger-Regulating Hormone Could Limit Cocaine Cravings

  New research finds that blocking a hormone related to hunger regulation may be able to limit cocaine cravings in addicted people. more...

• Black Licorice Could Offer Help for Cocaine Addicts

  The ingredient actually serves as a potential antidote for the toxic effects of cocaine abuse, which include deadly overdoses more...