New research suggests addiction is less about seeking pleasure and more about escaping pain. Scientists at Scripps Research found that the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus (PVT), a small area in the brain, becomes overactive when animals learn that alcohol alleviates withdrawal symptoms. This finding sheds light on why relapse occurs, as the brain associates alcohol with stress and anxiety relief.
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