Is the brain damage caused by drugs reversible? My nephew did drugs for a while and now he is depressed, anxious, unmotivated. Is there a way to revert this? or is this damage forever?
2007-02-24 15:22:11 · 5 answers · asked by Lisa 4 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Some of it may be. Our brains are pretty amazing at regenerating damage. Make sure you eat a good diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. The antioxidants in them may help your body repair some of the damage.
2007-02-24 20:40:50 · answer #1 · answered by DawnDavenport 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Brain damage is permanent, because the neurons ( brain cells ) are very SPECIALIZED ( meaning multi - fonctionel / complexe ) cells.......and the more specialized a cell is the less capable it is to repair itself....however emotionel brain damage such as what your describing can usually be controlled by the help of medication
2007-02-24 15:30:48 · answer #2 · answered by Mandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it takes about 4-6 mths for your brain to work right after u stop using drugs. that's what they told me in rehab
2007-02-24 15:31:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the brain does regenerate itself, regarding the specific issues, please consult a mental health expert to get help for you nephew if needed
2007-02-24 15:28:53 · answer #4 · answered by cav 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like Michael answered your question
2007-02-24 16:00:43 · answer #5 · answered by Kenner 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋