Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.

Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...

In ISAM-NIG's new monthly talk series "In Love with Addiction Neuroscience”, addiction neuroscientists from across the world share their personal stories/experiences on the beauty of addiction neuroscience and how/why they have decided to invest their scientific life in this field.

Webinar 1- Prof Kathleen Brady 

Webinar 2- Dr. Marc Potenza

Webinar 3- Dr. Sylvia Cruz 

Webinar 4- Dr. Antonio Verdejo-Garcia

Webinar 5- Dr. Alex Baldacchino

Webinar 6- Dr. Jean-Lud Cadet

Webinar 7- Dr. Judson Brewer

Webinar 8- Dr. Rita Goldstein

Webinar 9- Dr. Hamed Ekhtiari

Here, you can find a series of webinar recordings put together by ISAM Neuroscience Interest Group in collaboration with ENIGMA Addiction Working Group.

Webinar 1: International Network on Neuroscience for Addiction Medicine

Webinar 2: Cognitive Training/Rehabilitation Interventions for Addiction Medicine

Webinar 3: Biomarkers for Addiction Treatment Development