Dr Norman Swan discusses who can access MDMA (ecstasy) and Psylocibin (magic mushrooms) on prescription under new laws in Australia
Recreational Drugs
Video: Ice addiction – Jack’s story
Jack first tried ice at 18 and quickly fell into the grip of ice addiction. Being left to die in an alleyway was the turning point for Jack to get help.
Moderate alcohol consumption reduces brain function
Even moderate consumption of alcohol can have negative effects on the brain.
Benzodiazepines: what are the effects?
How benzodiazepines affect a person depends on many things, but there is no safe level of benzodiazepine use.
Pregnancy, alcohol and other drugs
If you are pregnant, or thinking about having a baby, it is important to consider the types of drugs you might be taking and how they might affect you and your pregnancy.
Hangovers – is beer before wine better?
Finally! Scientific research into whether the order of your drinks will lessen your hangover…
Benzodiazepines: what are they?
Benzodiazepines, benzos, are also known as minor tranquillisers.
Amphetamines: what are they?
Amphetamines (speed) belong to a group of drugs called psychostimulants.
Amphetamines (speed): tolerance and dependence
Amphetamines become highly addictive after prolonged use. Dependence on amphetamines can be psychological or physical, or both.
Cocaine use linked to permanent heart damage
Cocaine use could cause permanent heart damage, with persistent high blood pressure and blood vessel stiffness.
