Shine (Or, Out Of Your Head Volume CXXII)

By admin | December 6, 2006 | Comments Off on Shine (Or, Out Of Your Head Volume CXXII)

Addictive substances cause the synapses of the mesolimbic dopamine system to flood with excessive amounts of dopamine, creating a brief rush of euphoria more commonly called a “high.” Depressants, such as alcohol, increase concentrations of gamma-aminobutyric acid in the brain resulting in slowed brain activity and a drowsy or calm feeling. THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) — the…

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