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Hindi Opioid Addiction and Its Pathophysiology
*Corresponding Author: Priya Nair, Department of Pediatrics, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India, Email: priya.nair@cmcvellorepeds.ac.inReceived Date: Dec 02, 2024 / Published Date: Dec 30, 2024
Citation: Priya N (2024) Opioid Addiction and Its Pathophysiology. J Pain Relief 13: 694.
Copyright: © 2024 Priya N. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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Abstract
Opioid addiction is a complex and multifactorial condition that has become a global public health crisis. The widespread use of prescription opioids, followed by misuse and addiction, has led to a surge in opioid-related deaths and long-term health consequences. This article explores the pathophysiology of opioid addiction, current treatment modalities, and emerging strategies aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic. It examines the neurobiological mechanisms underlying addiction, the role of genetics and environmental factors, and evaluates pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to treatment. Additionally, it discusses the challenges in managing opioid addiction and the need for an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to effectively combat this growing crisis. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of prevention, early intervention, and ongoing research in developing more effective therapies.
