Deep Brain Stimulation for Substance Use Disorder: Current Status
Zhihao Song,
Shihao Huang,
Chang Yang
et al.
Abstract:Substance use disorders (SUDs) precipitate a loss of control over substance use, thus compromising daily functioning and social behavior. Current addiction treatment relies primarily on medication. Relapses may occur after extended periods of abstinence upon exposure to substance-associated stimuli or environments. More must be done to prevent relapsing. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is used to treat a spectrum of medical conditions through insertion of electrodes into specific brain regions and administration … Show more
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