Once an addicted person stops abusing an addictive drug, the sensitization of the brain's reward circuits to the addictive drug quickly diminishes, usually within a couple of days.

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Sensitization of the brain's reward circuits to an addictive drug can persist for a long time, even after the person stops using the drug, making relapse a significant risk.

Once an Addicted Person Stops Abusing an Addictive Drug, the Sensitization