Abstract
Human studies show an effect of alcohol on ghrelin levels and a correlation between ghrelin levels and alcohol craving in alcoholics. This investigation consisted of two studies. This investigation suggests that ghrelin is potentially able to affect alcohol-seeking behaviors, such as alcohol drinking and craving, representing a new potential neuropharmacological target for AD
Lingua originale | English |
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pagine (da-a) | 452-464 |
Numero di pagine | 13 |
Rivista | Addiction Biology |
DOI | |
Stato di pubblicazione | Pubblicato - 2012 |
Keywords
- alcoholism
- craving
- ghrelin