From: The Lasting Impact of Long-Term Drug Use on the Brain

What habits could you develop to protect your brain's health?

Since the brain is vulnerable to chemical disruptions, fostering habits that support brain plasticity and health—like regular exercise, good sleep, and stress management—can build resilience against addiction.

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Start a daily routine that includes brain-healthy activities such as mindfulness or aerobic exercise.

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Chronic drug abuse impairs executive functions such as working memory, decision-making, cognitive...

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Some drugs can cause brain cell death and permanent cognitive impairments.

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Long-term drug use changes connections between neurons, rewiring brain circuits involved in judgm...

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The Lasting Impact of Long-Term Drug Use on the Brain

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