Substance regulation

This collection explores different texts on substance regulation. It mainly contains articles about Cannabis and psychedelics, while exploring the disadvantages of prohibitive legislations worldwide and reinforcing the idea that Substance regulation is always better, and safer than its ineffective counterpart: substance prohibition.

A brief, known history of psychedelics

Psychedelics are controversial substances. They instigate social change due to their introspective, psychoactive effects on a person's conscience. On the other hand, they propose a way to treat mental illnesses, as psychedelic treatment, in conjunction with cognitive therapy, shows promising results as a cure in mental conditions such as PTSD, depression, social anxiety, and OCD. We invite you to find out how these controversial substances, along with their multiple usages, have been treated throughout history.

A brief, known history of Cannabis

Cannabis is by far the most controversial substance. As primary criminalization took place worldwide in the mid-70s, Cannabis usage has inversely augmented. While consumers, academics, and psychiatrists push for legalization, the legislative practice has shown significant disavowal. With a millenary history, Cannabis is per se fascinating, not only because of its psychoactive effects but also because of its influence on how we execute and understand social institutions.

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