Increased use of Marijuana by teenagers reported
For over 30 yeras, Dr Lloyd Johnson at the University of Michigan Institute for Social Research has been studying drug use by adolescents. A new report finds an increase in marijuana use, and a decrease in tobacco and binge drinking. Dr Inaba comments on some of the implications.
Psychedelics and freedom of religion
Addiction radio podcast looks at the history,use and pharmacology of psychedelics (or all-arounders), especially in the context of religious use and spiritual vision-questing.
Designer Cannabinoids
… the term "Designer Cannabinoids" describes the recent growth of synthetic cannabinoid-like chemicals being sold as "incense" or "herbal smoking blends" on the internet and at head shops under a variety of trade names like Spice Gold®, … and Skunk®. These products were first sold in Europe and Canada around 2002 … they produced marijuana-like effects and seemed about four times stronger than marijuana
Portugal’s experiment with decriminalizing drugs & added intervention
Portugal has increased treatment and reduced drug demand through decriminalization. Dr. Darryl Inaba explains.