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Drug rehabilitation
The processes of medical and/or psychotherapeutic treatment for the dependency on alcohol or narcotic drugs.
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Absorption
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
The process the body uses to move elements from the outside world into the blood and other tissues. Food is absorbed through the stomach and intestines. Nicotine is absorbed through the lungs.
Codeine
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
A natural opioid compound that is a relatively weak, but still effective, opiate analgesic. It has also been used to treat other problems (e.g., to relieve coughing).
Theobromine
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
A mild stimulant found in tea and cocoa. It is a chemical cousin of caffeine.
Depressants
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
Drugs that relieve anxiety and produce sleep. Depressants include barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and alcohol.
Glial cells
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
Tiny brain cells that support neurons by performing a variety of "housekeeping" functions in the brain.
Nicotine
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
The drug in tobacco that is addictive. Nicotine also activates a specific kind of acetylcholine receptor.
Anandamide
Health care; Drug rehabilitation
The endogenous neurotransmitter that binds to the cannabinoid receptor.
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