The Glasgow drug consumption room: A job half done?
This article discusses the introduction of the safe drug consumption facility in Glasgow and considers some of its potential consequences.
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At Drug Science we like to cover different topics relating to drugs. These topics cover the many different ways that psychoactive substances have an impact on our culture and society.
Medical cannabis could save NHS £4 billion each year
Allowing medical cannabis to be prescribed on the NHS for chronic pain could save the state healthcare provider almost £4 billion annually,
Hallie Heeg, Ana Morari, Michael Lynskey and John JD Turner
Sep 242 min read
An exploration of medical professionals’ attitudes, perceived knowledge and concerns around medical cannabis in the United Kingdom
In the UK, there are over 40,000 specialist clinicians who are eligible to prescribe cannabis-based medical products (CBMPs); however, only
Kimberly I Chew and Jacqueline L von Salm
Sep 241 min read
Compliance in the laboratory: Navigating the Controlled Substances Act and Federal Analogue Act in scientific research
This paper delves into the crucial yet complex relationship between federal laws and scientific research, centering on the Controlled Substa
David J Nutt, Tadeusz Hawrot, Peter Hunt and Anne Katrin Schlag
Sep 243 min read
Allaying the fears: Midomafetamine with therapy is a medicine
MDMA (now called midomafetamine by the FDA) is a substituted amphetamine first synthesised in 1912 by Merck that has been developed over the
James Bunn
Sep 23 min read
Drug Science and University College London Collaboration: Advancing MDMA-Assisted Therapy
Drug Science and UCL are pleased to announce their collaboration aimed at advancing our understanding of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy.
Alkyoni Anthanasiou-Fragkouli
Sep 22 min read
Key Achievements of T21
Since its inception in 2019, T21 has strived to create the largest body of evidence for the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis, providi
Sally Turner
Aug 3011 min read
Nitrous-Oxide: What is it good for?
Discovered in 1722 by Dr Joseph Priestley, nitrous oxide (N2O) is now an essential medicine and a popular recreational drug.
Jai Whelan, Geoff Noller, and Ryan D Ward
Aug 182 min read
3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) consumption in Aotearoa New Zealand: A quantitative survey exploration
The prevalence of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) consumption is relatively high in Aotearoa New Zealand, but MDMA use has not been
Allaying the fears: MDMA with therapy is a medicine
MDMA has been developed over the past 30 years by the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies as a novel treatment for PTSD.
James Bunn
Jul 312 min read
Suicidal Ideation in Medicinal Cannabis Patients: A 12-Month Prospective Study
To document the prevalence and correlates of suicidal ideation (SI) among individuals seeking cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs); to
Prof Fiona Measham and Adam Waugh
Jun 246 min read
“SIZE MATTERS”: High strength ecstasy pills are back, so harm reduction communications need to adapt
Average pill strength has increased in 2024, back to pre-pandemic levels
Dr Apo Aporosa
Jun 248 min read
Kava Myths and Misunderstandings
Regardless of kava’s subtle effects and lack of safety concern, kava continues to be misunderstood and misrepresented.
Dr Apo Aporosa
Jun 246 min read
What is Kava?
Unlike most substances reviewed at Drug Science, kava is not simply a drug, but inclusive of wider cultural understandings.
Prof David Nutt and Prof Jo Neill
Jun 216 min read
Doubt it not, MDMA is a medicine
The AdCom was asked to make a binary yes-no vote on both the efficacy and benefit-risk of MDMA, with scores of 9-2 and 10-1 against for each
Wim van den Brink
Jun 194 min read
Report of the Dutch State Committee on MDMA: A summary of findings and recommendations
On June 6, 2024, the Dutch State Committee MDMA presented its report entitled “MDMA: Beyond ecstasy” to the Dutch Minister of Medical Care.
Michael Lynskey
Jun 172 min read
Prescribed Medical Cannabis Use Among Older Individuals: Patient Characteristics and Improvements in Well‑Being: Findings from T21
There are important differences between individuals aged 65+ years and younger individuals receiving cannabis-based medicinal products. Olde
Alkyoni Anthanasiou-Fragkouli
Jun 62 min read
Prescribed Medicinal Cannabis for the Treatment of Chronic Pain Comorbid with Depression: Real World Evidence from Project Twenty21
Chronic pain is one of the most common conditions for which people seek treatment with cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) and there i
Drug Science
May 233 min read
How can we prepare psychiatry for a psychedelic future?
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia recently made a groundbreaking decision to reschedule two drugs as treatments for ce
Alex Stevens, Niamh Eastwood and more
Mar 241 min read
In defence of the decriminalisation of drug possession in the UK
Authors Alex Stevens, Niamh Eastwood and Kirstie Douse Published March 24, 2024 Abstract In this review article, we develop the case for...
Ksenia Cassidy, Eva Henje and more
Mar 201 min read
Childhood trauma, challenging experiences, and post traumatic growth in ayahuasca use
Authors Ksenia Cassidy, CJ Healy, Eva Henje and Wendy D’Andrea Published March 20, 2024 Abstract Challenging experiences in ayahuasca...
Eleanor Taylor
Mar 187 min read
Psilocybin shows promise in supporting symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Pioneering research highlights the potential for treating the symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Written by Eleanor...
Dr Anne Schlag, Professor David Nutt and more
Mar 121 min read
Medicinal cannabis for treating PTSD and comorbid depression: Real World Evidence from Project T21
Authors Michael Lynskey, Alkyoni Athanasiou-Fragkouli, Hannah Thurgur, Anne Schlag and David Nutt Published March 12, 2024 Background...
Simon Ruffell, Sam Gandy, and more
Feb 282 min read
Participation in an indigenous Amazonian-led ayahuasca retreat associated with increases in nature relatedness – a pilot study
Authors Simon GD Ruffell, Sam Gandy, WaiFung Tsang, Rono Lopez, Nathan O’Rourke, Arsalan Akhtar, Nige Netzband, Jack Hollingdale, Daniel...
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