Better Thinking podcast · Episode 151

Kelly ClemensEpigenetic Consequences of Drug Addiction

Hosted by Nesh Nikolic ·

Kelly Clemens

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Kelly Clemens

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Nesh Nikolic

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Kelly Clemens

A conversation with Nesh Nikolic, Canberra clinical psychologist.

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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Kelly Clemens about the intricate realms of addiction neuroscience, including behavioural neuroscience of nicotine dependence as well as the epigenetic consequences of drug addiction.

Kelly Clemens is an Associate Professor in the School of Psychology, and Associate Dean of Impact Partnerships for the Faculty of Science, UNSW.

Kelly has studied at the University of Otago and the University of Sydney, with post-doctoral experience at the University of Bordeaux, France, and Macquarie University, Sydney, before establishing her own laboratory at UNSW in 2012. Her research focuses on the causes and consequences of drug addiction, spanning basic science through to translational and industry engagement.

Episode link at https://neshnikolic.com/podcast/kelly-clemens

General information only. This episode is a conversation for general education and is not a substitute for advice from your own health professional. If you need support now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24 hours, a service of Lifeline Australia). In an emergency, call 000.

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Strategic Psychology is a Canberra practice offering counselling and assessments for adults, children, adolescents and couples. Medicare rebates are available to eligible clients with a referral.