Opioid neurotransmitters are located in many areas of the body, including the brain, spine and gut. ALIOUI Mohammed Elamine/iStock via Getty Images Plus Opioid drugs such as morphine and fentanyl are ...

Within the brain, chemical neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine regulate mood, emotions and many physiological and behavioral processes. Their imbalance can contribute to anxiety, ...

Experts are already treating addicted people with at-home neuromodulation devices to control cravings, and the future is ...

New research led by UCLA Health has found a drug that treats insomnia works to prevent the addictive effects of the morphine opioids in mice while still providing effective pain relief. At high doses ...

When it comes to dopamine, we act like kids in a candy store. But instead of overindulging, experts suggest looking for ...

UCSF experts share their research on medications’ potential to slow or reduce risk of dementia and to treat the triggers that ...