Memoirs of an Addicted Brain
A Neuroscientist Examines his Former Life on Drugs
by:
Marc Lewis
in:
Biology
Summary:
The book intertwines personal narrative with scientific explanation, detailing the author's journey through drug addiction from his youth into adulthood, while offering insights into how various substances interact with the brain to produce their potent effects. It provides a unique perspective by combining the subjective experience of addiction with an objective understanding of the neurobiological processes involved.
Key points:
1. Addiction Neuroscience: The book explains how drugs like LSD and heroin change the brain's chemistry and structure, causing addiction.
