Although modafinil is formally approved solely for the treatment of several sleep disorders, it has been shown to enhance cognition. Such beneficial effects have been observed in healthy individuals and in patients with schizophrenia and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. It has also been shown to reduce impulsivity in some individuals with addictions, but these effects had not yet been studied in non-stimulant addictions like alcohol dependence.Yes, frontal cortex activity is very helpful in decision making. And I'm sure you want in on that ADHD revenue stream.
"This line of research adopts a strategy from the attention deficit disorder 'playbook'. Modafinil has effects that resemble amphetamine. This interesting new study suggests that, if you are impulsive, modafinil may help your self-control."
But that drug doesn't address the underlying pathology.
Or really change the underlying behavior much. Unlike modafinil, nicotine actually does activate the frontal cortex in a few seconds.
New medications might target the uncontrollable urges to consume drugs of abuse.My experience shows these new drugs do pretty much the same thing as the old drugs, and are just as addictive, only doctors just don't call it destructive and get a cut of the action.
Stop drinking- take stimulants
Stop smoking- take antidepressants
I'm sure you'll feel much better.
