How Do Drugs Work? Nat Geo Goes Inside the Brain on Drugs

If you are having trouble viewing this email, please visit this link. January 10 - 16 Share this story: Drugged - New - THIS SUNDAY starting at 8P et/pt WATCH A PREVIEW >> Starting this Sunday, we'll take you beneath the skin to reveal how our bodies react to three common illegal drugs: marijuana, cocaine and ecstasy. Find out why so-called stoners get the "munchies" and bloodshot red eyes, what makes cocaine users feel like superman - full of euphoria and self assurance - and why ecstasy triggers socially friendly feelings. And see how the physiology behind these effects opens the door to pioneering experiments that may change our understanding and treatments of these drugs.   Wild Justice: Night Patrol - NEW - WEDNESDAY at 10P et/pt Wardens take to the skies to catch poachers working at night, get embroiled in a family feud, and bring down an illegal marijuana growing operation with the help of the K9 unit. Watch a Preview >> Naked Science: Solar-Powered Flight - NEW - THURSDAY at 8P et/pt In July 2010, with a 26-hour nonstop flight, the SOLAR IMPULSE plane proved perpetual flight in an airplane that functions uniquely with solar energy was possible. View Photos >> Dog Whisperer - NEW - FRIDAY at 8P et/pt In this episode, Cesar works with a family and their aggressive dogo Argentino, a rare South American hunting dog, then assists a couple with their 2-year old corgi/terrier mix. Watch a Preview >> Alaska State Troopers: Justice Below Zero - NEW - SUNDAY at 10P et/pt Troopers search the rugged Talkeetna Mountains for two lost men, shut down a large drug operation, investigate a musk-oxen hunt gone awry, and respond to a variety of 911 calls. Watch a Preview >> Alaska Wing Men - NEW - Starting MONDAY at 8P e/p Flying a mission with explosive cargo, rescuing an injured child, and investigating a plane crash, Alaskan bush pilots go above and beyond the call of duty. Watch a Preview >> Population 7 Billion There will soon be 7 billion people on Earth, and by 2045 global population is projected to reach nine billion. Can the planet take the strain? Learn More >> Giant "Human" Reef Revealed A new underwater sculpture garden off the coast of Mexico hopes to help lure tourists away from fragile natural reefs, says the artist. View Photos >> Mon 1/10 Tue 1/11 Wed 1/12 Thu 1/13 Fri 1/14 Sat 1/15 Sun 1/16 8P et/pt Alaska Wing Men: Explosive Cargo - NEW - America's Wild Spaces: Appalachian Trail Devil's Playground Naked Sci: Solar-Powered Flight - NEW - Dog Whisperer - NEW - Alaska Wing Men: Explosive Cargo Drugged: High on Marijuana - NEW - 9P et/pt Alaska Wing Men: Gold Rush - NEW - America's Wild Spaces: Death Valley Wild Justice: Pig Stalkers Break It Down: Navy Tanker Wild Justice: Piranha Crackdown Alaska State Troopers: Alaskan Justice Drugged: High on Cocaine - NEW - 10P et/pt Alaska Wing Men: Deadly Sins - NEW - America's Wild Spaces: Hidden Hawaii Wild Justice: Night Patrol - NEW - Break it Down: Fighter Jet Wild Justice: Night Patrol Alaska State Troopers: Arctic Force - NEW - Alaska State Troopers: Justice Below Zero - NEW - Unsubscribe  |  NGC Privacy Policy You received this editorial/commercial e-newsletter from National Geographic because the information for your account indicates that National Geographic may contact you via e-mail. To unsubscribe from this e-newsletter, please click on the unsubscribe link above or send your request to: National Geographic Attn: E-newsletter Program 1145 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036