Do Drugs affect all brain cells equally?
There are two main types of neurons in your brain (fatty and plain). Some nerve cells are covered in a fatty layer called a myelin sheath. These cells are able to transmit electrical signals ten times faster than the uncoated neurons. The fatty covering lends a somewhat whitish appearance to the cells, hence the name white matter. Gray matter would be composed of unsheathed or plain neurons. When nerve cells in the brain are damaged from drugs, it tends to be the gray matter rather than the white. This would indicate that the myelin sheath may offer some protection against chemical substances. Teen Challenge drug rehab is a free residential centre offering individuals to find help and freedom from drug and alcohol addictions. If you or anyone in your family or friends needs help then you can apply today for an interview with one of our support workers.
