Study identifies new links between REM sleep disturbances and drug relapse

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August 04, 2022

Study identifies new links between REM sleep disturbances and drug relapse: Hypothalamic MCH neurons may be a treatment target, report researchers

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/07/220726132617.htm

Relapse presents a major barrier to recovery from substance use disorders -- when people begin taking drugs such as cocaine again after a period of abstinence. Sleep disruptions have long been associated with drug withdrawal and relapse. Now, a new study provides a more detailed picture of recovery-related sleep that could lead to insights for better recovery treatments.

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