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Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects

Volume: 6 Number: 2 March 23, 2025
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Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the relationship between substance use and memory disorders. This study also analyzed the biological effects of drug use on the brain and investigated the mechanisms by which these effects lead to impairment of memory function. Furthermore, the impact of various elements, including substance abuse, mental health conditions, hereditary susceptibility, and chronological age, was assessed. Substance use negatively affects memory and learning processes by causing functional impairments in critical regions such as the hippocampus and frontal lobe. Different substances cause specific damage to the memory. This review highlights how substance use can lead to permanent neurocognitive impairment, with effects varying according to substance type, duration of use, and individual factors. This underscores the importance of early intervention and preventive strategies. Multidisciplinary approaches are important in the prevention and management of these effects.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Clinical Neuropsychology

Journal Section

Review

Publication Date

March 23, 2025

Submission Date

January 10, 2025

Acceptance Date

March 17, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 6 Number: 2

APA
Pakyürek, G. (2025). Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care, 6(2), 159-166. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1617224
AMA
1.Pakyürek G. Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2025;6(2):159-166. doi:10.47582/jompac.1617224
Chicago
Pakyürek, Gün. 2025. “Substance Use and Memory Impairments: A Multidimensional Review on Neurological and Cognitive Effects”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 6 (2): 159-66. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1617224.
EndNote
Pakyürek G (March 1, 2025) Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 6 2 159–166.
IEEE
[1]G. Pakyürek, “Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects”, J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 159–166, Mar. 2025, doi: 10.47582/jompac.1617224.
ISNAD
Pakyürek, Gün. “Substance Use and Memory Impairments: A Multidimensional Review on Neurological and Cognitive Effects”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 6/2 (March 1, 2025): 159-166. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1617224.
JAMA
1.Pakyürek G. Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2025;6:159–166.
MLA
Pakyürek, Gün. “Substance Use and Memory Impairments: A Multidimensional Review on Neurological and Cognitive Effects”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care, vol. 6, no. 2, Mar. 2025, pp. 159-66, doi:10.47582/jompac.1617224.
Vancouver
1.Gün Pakyürek. Substance use and memory impairments: a multidimensional review on neurological and cognitive effects. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2025 Mar. 1;6(2):159-66. doi:10.47582/jompac.1617224

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