A Sobering Story: Experts Say Genetics Play Key Role in Addictions

A Sobering Story: Experts say genetics play key role in addictions
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There are others, and specialists said they've found that certain drugs will work on certain neurotransmitters, producing different effects. Erickson said cocaine and amphetamine are most associated with dopamine. LSD works on another, serotonin. Read more on Indiana Gazette

Idol winners prepare for Laugh for a Change event
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He currently works as a part-time bus driver for Midland County Connection. For 21 years, Thomas suffered an addiction with drugs, most often cocaine. It was an incident with his granddaughter that gave him the motivation to get clean. Thomas was … Read more on Midland Daily News

911 dispatchers tapping into new technology to increase access
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"Uh, thanks … somebody stealed my crack, ma'am," said the caller, reporting stolen cocaine and asking for his money back. Less than a year before taking the now-famous call, Challis stumbled into telecommunications as she looked for work outside of … Read more on Bryan-College Station Eagle