Nora Volkow (Psychiatrist)

Nora Volkow is an influential psychiatrist and neuroscientist known for her research on addiction and the brain. She is the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) in the United States, where she studies how substances like drugs and alcohol affect the brain's functioning and behavior. Volkow's work has helped improve understanding of addiction as a complex brain disorder, shifting the perspective from mere behavioral issues to focusing on the biological mechanisms involved. Her research aims to develop better treatment strategies for those struggling with substance use disorders, ultimately contributing to public health and policy efforts.