Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an adjustable, reversible, non-destructive neurosurgical
intervention using implanted electrodes to deliver electrical pulses to areas in the brain. DBS …

The compulsive nature of weight loss behaviors central to anorexia nervosa (AN), such as
relentless self-starvation and over-exercise, has led to the suggestion of parallels between …

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Abstract Treatment resistance in alcohol use disorders (AUD) is a major problem for affected
individuals and for society. In the search of new treatment options, few case studies using …

Drug addiction represents a significant public health concern that has high rates of relapse
despite optimal medical therapy and rehabilitation support. New therapies are needed, and …

Localized stimulation of the human brain to treat neuropsychiatric disorders has been in
place for over 20 years. Although these methods have been used to a greater extent for …

Hedonic overconsumption contributing to obesity involves altered activation within the
mesolimbic dopamine system. Dysregulation of dopamine signaling in the nucleus …

Following recent advances in neuromodulation therapy for mental disorders, we treated one
patient with severe alcohol addiction with deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the nucleus …

During treatment with deep brain stimulation (DBS), electrical current is delivered into the
brain parenchyma through implanted electrodes. Although this technique is routinely used in …

In the face of a global epidemic of drug addiction, neglecting to develop new effective
therapies will perpetuate the staggering human and economic costs of substance use. This …