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How Substance Abuse Transforms Memory

Multiple studies have shown that substance abusers tend to score lower on mental agility test that involve aspects like memory and fact recall. Short term memory is the first portion of memory that is affected once a person begins abusing substances; however, after the abuse remains continuous long term memory and the ability to learn new things may also be impaired. Some of the forms of substance abuse that have show to affect memory are:

  • Alcohol abuse – those who abuse alcohol over long periods of time show the most impairment. Binge alcohol use also shows to have negative effects on memory.
  • Illegal Drugs – Marijuana, cocaine and other drugs have all shown to have negative effects on memory after prolonged use. Short term memory is affected even after minimal use.
  • Prescription Drugs – Abuse of prescription pain medication over long periods of time may also cause memory impairment.
Recently studies at Harvard have shown that drugs may cause what they term “extreme memories” that actually can influence addiction. While under the influence of narcotics, large amounts of dopamine are being excreted by the brain. Because dopamine is one of the most essentially chemicals in the human mind, and it tends to be excreted in response to extreme pleasure, the brain falsely remembers the drug experience as good – hence addiction becomes that much more possible. If you are addicted to substances you should contact your physician immediately so he or she can help you decide what the best route of treatment will be for you.

 




     

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