In a group discussion about stimulant-use disorder, what neurochemical change is often implicated in intense cravings and mood swings?
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Correct answer: Methadone or buprenorphine maintenance
Substance-use disorders often involve disruption of the brain’s dopamine reward pathways, which underlie cravings and mood dysregulation.
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