asian professionalsApril 27, 2026·1 min read

Brain’s “Brake Gate” May Hold Key To Preventing Drug Addiction Relapse

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Puja Bhattacharjee

Asian Scientist

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Brain’s “Brake Gate” May Hold Key To Preventing Drug Addiction Relapse

The study shows that specific parvalbumin-positive neurons in the prefrontal cortex control cocaine-seeking behaviour and could be targeted for addiction treatment.

The study shows that specific parvalbumin-positive neurons in the prefrontal cortex control cocaine-seeking behaviour and could be targeted for addiction treatment.

Originally published by Asian Scientist

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