World No Tobacco Day: From Brain Effects to Harm Reduction

World No Tobacco Day, celebrated annually on May 31st, serves as a powerful global platform to raise awareness about the detrimental consequences of tobacco use. By dedicating a special article collection to explore the effects of tobacco and nicotine on the brain, we can contribute significantly to the growing body of knowledge in this field and encourage informed decisions regarding tobacco consumption.This research topic aims to bring together original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful perspectives from researchers, clinicians, and experts in the field. We anticipate covering a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:Neurochemical changes induced by tobacco and nicotine exposureImpact of tobacco smoking on cognition and memoryNicotine addiction and its neurobiological basisNeurotoxic effects of tobacco and nicotine on the developing brainInteraction between tobacco use and psychiatric disordersNon-combustible nicotine alternatives as a tool for tobacco harm reductionInnovative therapeutic approaches for tobacco dependence and cessationThis collection will provide a unique opportunity for researchers to present their latest findings, exchange ideas, and further unravel the intricate relationship between tobacco/nicotine and the brain. It will offer clinicians valuable insights to enhance patient care and develop effective intervention strategies. All articles published in this research topic will be freely available to the global scientific community, contributing to our collective efforts in combating the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine on the brain.In order to be considered for publication in this collection, all manuscripts investigating tobacco as a plant-derived substance must strictly adhere to the guidelines established for research on specifically defined substances in plant extracts: see here the Four Pillars of Best Practice in Ethnopharmacology. We also expect that the MS follow the standards established in the ConPhyMP statement Front. Pharmacol. 13:953205. Topic editors: Adriaan W. Bruijnzeel, Massimo Grilli Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/81521/world-no-tobacco-day-from-brain-effects-to-harm-reduction