Category: Drugs
Codeine Cough Syrup Abuse on the Rise in Morocco Due to Lack of Prescription Regulations
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines substance abuse as “the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.” Also known as drug abuse, it involves …Is the Use of Psilocybin for the Treatment of Mental Health Disorders Haram (Forbidden) or Halal (Permissible) in Islam?
Key Findings: Recent studies show that psilocybin may be effective in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and addiction, often outperforming other treatments. Psilocybin’s mind-altering effects conflict with Quranic …Could a Psychedelic Drug Help Fight Heroin Addiction? Rat Study Hints at Surprising Link
Key Findings: Rats given the psychedelic compound DOI worked 40% less intensely to obtain heroin after a single dose. The effect lasted 30 minutes and targeted serotonin receptors linked …
High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Greater Addiction, Psychosis Risk: What to Know
Key Takeaways: High-THC cannabis products are tied to increased risks of addiction and psychotic disorders like schizophrenia. Global cannabis potency has surged, paralleling rising treatment rates for cannabis-related health …Psilocybin Therapy Enhances Psychological Well-Being in Anorexia Patients but Falls Short on Weight Restoration
This is the first clinical trial to reveal and document the potential of psilocybin-based treatment for anorexia nervosa. A team from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), details …
Evidence-Based Strategies and Practical Interventions to Sustain Long-Term Weight Loss Following Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) Treatment
Semaglutide, marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy, is also available as compounded Semaglutide. It is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist primarily used as an anti-glycemic drug in type 2 …Study Shows Marijuana Use Linked to Lower Obesity Rates, But More Research Needed to Confirm Weight-Loss Benefits
As marijuana use becomes common in many states in the US, researchers are looking into its effects on health factors such as weight and obesity. A recent study (2016–2022) …