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Dopamine D1 and D3 Receptors Modulate Heroin-Induced Cognitive Impairment through Opponent Actions in Mice.
The international journal of neuropsychopharmacology - 1 Mar 2017
Zhu Yongsheng, Wang Yunpeng, Lai Jianghua, Wei Shuguang, Zhang Hongbo, Yan Peng, Li Yunxiao, Qiao Xiaomeng, Yin Fangyuan
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Background: Chronic abuse of heroin leads to long-lasting and complicated cognitive impairment. Dopamine receptors are critically involved in the impulsive drug-driven behavior and the altered attention, processing speed, and mental flexibility that are associated with higher relapse rates. However, the effects of the different dopamine receptors and their possible involvement in heroin-induced cognitive...
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