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In animal study, ‘cold turkey’ withdrawal from drugs triggers mental decline

November 8, 2013 by

Can quitting drugs without treatment trigger a decline in mental health? That appears to be the case in an animal model of morphine addiction. Researchers say their observations suggest that managing morphine withdrawal could promote a healthier mental state in people.

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