Environmental cues can trigger relapse in recovering addicts from "summary" of Never Enough by Judith Grisel
Environmental cues, such as people, places, and things associated with drug use, have a powerful effect on the brain of an addict. When a person is exposed to these cues, it can activate memories and trigger intense cravings for drugs. These cues can be as seemingly innocuous as a certain smell, a particular song, or a specific location where drug use occurred. The brain responds to these cues by releasing dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in the brain's reward system. During addiction, the brain becomes hypersensitive to these cues, making it more likely for a person to relapse when exposed to them. This heightened sensitiv...
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