June 2024

LSD and magic mushroom deaths in Australia are rare but significant

A study led by researchers at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) outlines the profiles and circumstances of 43 deaths related to LSD or psilocybin (commonly known as magic mushrooms) in Australia between 2000 and 2023.

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April 2014

Nabiximols as an agonist replacement therapy during cannabis withdrawal: A randomized clinical trial

One in 10 people who try cannabis go on to become dependent. Cannabis withdrawal symptoms are a major barrier to quitting cannabis among dependent users.

April 2014

Offenders as victims: post-traumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder among male prisoners

Researchers interviewed 30 male prisoners to better under the clinical and criminal profile of those with co-occurring substance use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Here are their findings.

April 2014

Reducing intoxication among bar patrons: some lessons from prevention of drinking and driving

Intoxication in and around licensed premises continues to be common, despite widespread training in the responsible service of alcohol and laws prohibiting service to intoxicated individuals.

April 2014

Sharing stories: Indigenous worker wellbeing, resilience, stress and burnout

This peer-reviewed paper summarises the findings of a national study that examined Indigenous AOD workers’ perspectives on their wellbeing, stress and burnout along with a series strategies to impr

April 2014

Would legalizing illicit opioids reduce overdose fatalities? Implications from a natural experiment

This article weighs up whether the provision of regulated, quality-controlled heroin to users in specified doses would reduce heroin overdose rates.

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