Karen Ersche

Cocaine addiction may affect how the body processes iron, leading to a build-up of the mineral in the brain, according to new research from the...

People who are addicted to cocaine are particularly prone to developing habits that render their behaviour resistant to change, regardless of the...

New research suggests chronic cocaine use causes profound metabolic changes, reducing the body’s ability to store fat.

Research provides unique insight into the often misunderstood world of addiction.

Research shows chronic users’ brains age dramatically faster than their non-drug using peers.

Research provides insight into why some individuals with a family history of drug abuse are at higher risk of addiction.

Medicines which increase levels of the brain chemical dopamine may hold the key to helping those addicted to cocaine and amphetamines kick the habit...

Research gives insight into why some people develop addiction.

Medication that increases levels of the brain chemical dopamine could open up new ways for helping some heavy users of cocaine and amphetamines kick...