Endogenous Opioids: From Basic Science to Biopsychosocial Applications (Advances in Neurobiology, 35)

Endogenous Opioids: From Basic Science to Biopsychosocial Applications (Advances in Neurobiology, 35)
by: Patrick L. Kerr (Editor),Cristian Sirbu (Editor),John M. Gregg (Editor)&0more
Publisher: Springer
Edition: 2024th
Publication Date: 2024/6/15
Language: English
Print Length: 467 pages
ISBN-10: 3031454928
ISBN-13: 9783031454929
Book Description
This new volume provides a scientifically based exploration of the multifaceted world of endogenous opioids, including endorphins, enkephalins, dynorphins, endomorphins, and orphanin FQ/nociceptin, featuring a strong translational focus. Topics covered range from basic scientific investigations, to clinical applications, to investigations in areas such as oncology, childbirth, and disordered eating, to psychosocial contexts such as volunteering and positive emotions. One of the main goals of Endogenous Opioids is to provide recommendations for new directions in medical research and health policy that are rooted in sound scientific research.
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This new volume provides a scientifically based exploration of the multifaceted world of endogenous opioids, including endorphins, enkephalins, dynorphins, endomorphins, and orphanin FQ/nociceptin, featuring a strong translational focus. Topics covered range from basic scientific investigations, to clinical applications, to investigations in areas such as oncology, childbirth, and disordered eating, to psychosocial contexts such as volunteering and positive emotions. One of the main goals of Endogenous Opioids is to provide recommendations for new directions in medical research and health policy that are rooted in sound scientific research. Read more