New Tablet Promises to Conquer Bad Habits: Alcohol, Gambling, Reels
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News18•26-01-2026, 17:46
New Tablet Promises to Conquer Bad Habits: Alcohol, Gambling, Reels
- •Scientists are developing a tablet, Naltrexone, that can block the brain's reward system, potentially helping people overcome various addictions.
- •The reward system releases dopamine, creating pleasure from activities like drinking, gambling, shopping, or social media, training the brain to repeat them.
- •Naltrexone works by binding to and blocking opioid receptors in the brain, preventing the feeling of pleasure from addictive substances or behaviors.
- •Initially approved for alcohol addiction, Naltrexone is now being explored for behavioral addictions like gambling, compulsive shopping, internet addiction, and self-harm.
- •While promising, Naltrexone is not a standalone cure; it works best when combined with counseling, behavioral changes, and family support under medical supervision.
Why It Matters: A new tablet, Naltrexone, shows promise in treating various addictions by blocking the brain's reward system.
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