A neurobiological link between PTSD and addiction

(Society for Neuroscience) Recalling traumatic memories enhances the rewarding effects of morphine in male rats, finds new research published in JNeurosci. These findings may help to explain the co-occurrence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news