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Excessive alcohol consumption helps with thiamine uptake within the gastrointestinal tract.
Excessive alcohol consumption helps with thiamine uptake within the gastrointestinal tract.
False
Replenishing folic acid can ease depression during alcohol disorder recovery.
Replenishing folic acid can ease depression during alcohol disorder recovery.
True
H.Osmond believed that LSD induced symptoms like delirium tremens.
H.Osmond believed that LSD induced symptoms like delirium tremens.
True
40 to 45% of the LSD treated alcoholics remained abstinent after a year's observation.
40 to 45% of the LSD treated alcoholics remained abstinent after a year's observation.
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A meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence showed consistent treatment effects favoring placebo.
A meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence showed consistent treatment effects favoring placebo.
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DPT is structurally similar to DMT and has clinical effects lasting up to 12 hours.
DPT is structurally similar to DMT and has clinical effects lasting up to 12 hours.
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Psilocybin was administered to 10 volunteers with alcohol dependence in 1 supervised session scheduled 2 weeks apart.
Psilocybin was administered to 10 volunteers with alcohol dependence in 1 supervised session scheduled 2 weeks apart.
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The study reported a significant decrease in drinking within the first 4 weeks of treatment before participants received psilocybin.
The study reported a significant decrease in drinking within the first 4 weeks of treatment before participants received psilocybin.
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The intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session at week 4 was not correlated with improvement in drinking during weeks 5–8.
The intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session at week 4 was not correlated with improvement in drinking during weeks 5–8.
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The participants who received between 1 and 6 DPT sessions showed a significant decrease in abstinence rates at the 6-month follow-up.
The participants who received between 1 and 6 DPT sessions showed a significant decrease in abstinence rates at the 6-month follow-up.
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Folic acid was used as part of the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence.
Folic acid was used as part of the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence.
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The gains observed after psilocybin administration were not maintained during the 36 weeks of follow-up.
The gains observed after psilocybin administration were not maintained during the 36 weeks of follow-up.
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Psilocybin sessions were administered at 4, 6, and 12 weeks post-target quit date in the study mentioned.
Psilocybin sessions were administered at 4, 6, and 12 weeks post-target quit date in the study mentioned.
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31% of the study's sessions met criteria for a 'complete' mystical experience.
31% of the study's sessions met criteria for a 'complete' mystical experience.
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Adderall is a pharmacological name for equal parts amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Adderall is a pharmacological name for equal parts amphetamine and methamphetamine.
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Dextroamphetamine has a low potential for misuse since individuals typically report feeling relaxed after taking the drug.
Dextroamphetamine has a low potential for misuse since individuals typically report feeling relaxed after taking the drug.
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As of 2019, there is an effective pharmacotherapy for amphetamine addiction.
As of 2019, there is an effective pharmacotherapy for amphetamine addiction.
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BDNF and GDNF are neurotrophic factors relevant to addiction and other psychiatric disorders.
BDNF and GDNF are neurotrophic factors relevant to addiction and other psychiatric disorders.
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What neurotransmitter is relevant to addiction and other psychiatric disorders?
What neurotransmitter is relevant to addiction and other psychiatric disorders?
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How did H.Osmond and A.Hoffer treat 2000 alcoholics?
How did H.Osmond and A.Hoffer treat 2000 alcoholics?
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What was the abstinence rate for LSD treated alcoholics after a year's observation?
What was the abstinence rate for LSD treated alcoholics after a year's observation?
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What is DPT and its use in alcoholism treatment?
What is DPT and its use in alcoholism treatment?
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What did the meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence show?
What did the meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence show?
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How does excessive alcohol consumption directly impact thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
How does excessive alcohol consumption directly impact thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
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Which neurotransmitter is associated with alcohol dependence and was targeted in the study mentioned?
Which neurotransmitter is associated with alcohol dependence and was targeted in the study mentioned?
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What role did folic acid play in the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence?
What role did folic acid play in the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence?
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What is a potential reason for the decrease in drinking following psilocybin administration in the study?
What is a potential reason for the decrease in drinking following psilocybin administration in the study?
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In the study, what anti-addictive drug discovery was utilized alongside psilocybin for participants with alcohol dependence?
In the study, what anti-addictive drug discovery was utilized alongside psilocybin for participants with alcohol dependence?
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What is a key difference between DPT and DMT mentioned in the text?
What is a key difference between DPT and DMT mentioned in the text?
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What was a finding of the meta-analysis on LSD treatment for alcohol dependence?
What was a finding of the meta-analysis on LSD treatment for alcohol dependence?
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What role do BDNF and GDNF play in addiction and psychiatric disorders?
What role do BDNF and GDNF play in addiction and psychiatric disorders?
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Which of the following statements about folic acid and alcohol disorder recovery is true?
Which of the following statements about folic acid and alcohol disorder recovery is true?
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What is known about the potential for misuse of dextroamphetamine, a component of Adderall?
What is known about the potential for misuse of dextroamphetamine, a component of Adderall?
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What is known about the use of LSD in the treatment of alcohol dependence?
What is known about the use of LSD in the treatment of alcohol dependence?
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What is known about the use of DPT in the treatment of alcoholism?
What is known about the use of DPT in the treatment of alcoholism?
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As of 2019, what is the status of pharmacotherapy for amphetamine addiction?
As of 2019, what is the status of pharmacotherapy for amphetamine addiction?
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How did H.Osmond and A.Hoffer treat 2000 alcoholics?
How did H.Osmond and A.Hoffer treat 2000 alcoholics?
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What is a key difference between DPT and DMT mentioned in the text?
What is a key difference between DPT and DMT mentioned in the text?
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What new anti-addictive drugs have been discovered according to the text?
What new anti-addictive drugs have been discovered according to the text?
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How does replenishing folic acid help ease depression during alcohol disorder recovery?
How does replenishing folic acid help ease depression during alcohol disorder recovery?
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What impact does excessive alcohol consumption have on thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
What impact does excessive alcohol consumption have on thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
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What was the abstinence rate for LSD-treated alcoholics after a year's observation?
What was the abstinence rate for LSD-treated alcoholics after a year's observation?
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What was the abstinence rate among the 47 participants who received between 1 and 6 DPT sessions and completed a follow-up at 6 months?
What was the abstinence rate among the 47 participants who received between 1 and 6 DPT sessions and completed a follow-up at 6 months?
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In the study, what was the most common intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session at week 4 strongly correlated with improvement in drinking during weeks 5–8?
In the study, what was the most common intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session at week 4 strongly correlated with improvement in drinking during weeks 5–8?
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What drug was administered in a single-group study to 10 volunteers with alcohol dependence along with a manualized therapy program that included Motivational Enhancement Therapy and therapy sessions devoted to preparation for and debriefing from the drug sessions?
What drug was administered in a single-group study to 10 volunteers with alcohol dependence along with a manualized therapy program that included Motivational Enhancement Therapy and therapy sessions devoted to preparation for and debriefing from the drug sessions?
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Which component is associated with excessive alcohol consumption in terms of thiamine uptake within the gastrointestinal tract?
Which component is associated with excessive alcohol consumption in terms of thiamine uptake within the gastrointestinal tract?
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What did participants exhibit following psilocybin administration in the study mentioned?
What did participants exhibit following psilocybin administration in the study mentioned?
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What is a key role played by folic acid in the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence?
What is a key role played by folic acid in the therapy program for participants with alcohol dependence?
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What did the meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence show?
What did the meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials of LSD for alcohol dependence show?
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What is DPT, and how was it used in the treatment of alcoholism?
What is DPT, and how was it used in the treatment of alcoholism?
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Which of the following statements about folic acid and alcohol disorder recovery is true?
Which of the following statements about folic acid and alcohol disorder recovery is true?
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How does excessive alcohol consumption directly impact thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
How does excessive alcohol consumption directly impact thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
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In the study mentioned, what anti-addictive drug discovery was utilized alongside psilocybin for participants with alcohol dependence?
In the study mentioned, what anti-addictive drug discovery was utilized alongside psilocybin for participants with alcohol dependence?
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What was a key finding regarding the intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session and improvement in drinking?
What was a key finding regarding the intensity of self-reported effects during the first psilocybin session and improvement in drinking?
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What is the primary neurotransmitter system targeted by psilocybin that is relevant to addiction and psychiatric disorders?
What is the primary neurotransmitter system targeted by psilocybin that is relevant to addiction and psychiatric disorders?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about dextroamphetamine, a component of Adderall, is true?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about dextroamphetamine, a component of Adderall, is true?
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Which of the following statements regarding the study mentioned in the text is true?
Which of the following statements regarding the study mentioned in the text is true?
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What is the primary mechanism by which excessive alcohol consumption impacts thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
What is the primary mechanism by which excessive alcohol consumption impacts thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the potential for addiction to amphetamines is true as of 2019?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the potential for addiction to amphetamines is true as of 2019?
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In what way did ibogaine initially enter North America in the early 1960s?
In what way did ibogaine initially enter North America in the early 1960s?
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What is a significant finding from the meta-analytic review regarding LSD administration and alcohol use reduction?
What is a significant finding from the meta-analytic review regarding LSD administration and alcohol use reduction?
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In the studies mentioned, what is a prominent result observed with psilocybin?
In the studies mentioned, what is a prominent result observed with psilocybin?
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What is a significant outcome of administering psilocybin to treatment-resistant tobacco/nicotine-dependent smokers?
What is a significant outcome of administering psilocybin to treatment-resistant tobacco/nicotine-dependent smokers?
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How do the clinical trials using psilocybin for nicotine and alcohol dependence differ?
How do the clinical trials using psilocybin for nicotine and alcohol dependence differ?
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In the context of opiate dependency, what key distinction can be made between LSD and ibogaine based on the information provided?
In the context of opiate dependency, what key distinction can be made between LSD and ibogaine based on the information provided?
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What is a distinguishing feature of methadone programs in harm reduction for opiate addiction?
What is a distinguishing feature of methadone programs in harm reduction for opiate addiction?
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In harm reduction programs related to opiate addictions, what is the primary purpose of needle exchange programs?
In harm reduction programs related to opiate addictions, what is the primary purpose of needle exchange programs?
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What distinguishes decriminalized marijuana programs, which are examples of harm reduction, in North America and parts of Europe?
What distinguishes decriminalized marijuana programs, which are examples of harm reduction, in North America and parts of Europe?
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Which principle is fundamental to understanding harm reduction according to the text?
Which principle is fundamental to understanding harm reduction according to the text?
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In harm reduction programs for opiate addiction, what role do methadone maintenance programs play?
In harm reduction programs for opiate addiction, what role do methadone maintenance programs play?
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What was the key finding of the study involving 70 detoxified heroin-addicted patients receiving Ketamine-based psychotherapy (KPT)?
What was the key finding of the study involving 70 detoxified heroin-addicted patients receiving Ketamine-based psychotherapy (KPT)?
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Which of the following statements about the study on Ketamine's effects on addiction is NOT true?
Which of the following statements about the study on Ketamine's effects on addiction is NOT true?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about ibogaine is correct?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about ibogaine is correct?
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Which of the following statements about the role of nutrition in addiction recovery is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the role of nutrition in addiction recovery is accurate?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential treatment for addiction or related disorders?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential treatment for addiction or related disorders?
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Which category of vegetables should be consumed frequently according to the macrobiotic diet?
Which category of vegetables should be consumed frequently according to the macrobiotic diet?
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What percentage of the macrobiotic diet should consist of beans, soy-based products, and sea vegetables?
What percentage of the macrobiotic diet should consist of beans, soy-based products, and sea vegetables?
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Which of the following vegetables should be avoided in the macrobiotic diet?
Which of the following vegetables should be avoided in the macrobiotic diet?
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What percentage of the macrobiotic diet should consist of soups?
What percentage of the macrobiotic diet should consist of soups?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended sea vegetable in the macrobiotic diet?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended sea vegetable in the macrobiotic diet?
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Which of the following vegetables should be consumed occasionally in the macrobiotic diet?
Which of the following vegetables should be consumed occasionally in the macrobiotic diet?
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Which type of soup is specifically mentioned as a popular choice in the macrobiotic diet?
Which type of soup is specifically mentioned as a popular choice in the macrobiotic diet?
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According to the macrobiotic diet, which of the following vegetables should be avoided due to its yin properties?
According to the macrobiotic diet, which of the following vegetables should be avoided due to its yin properties?
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Which of the following soy-based products is specifically mentioned as a favorite in the macrobiotic diet?
Which of the following soy-based products is specifically mentioned as a favorite in the macrobiotic diet?
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Which of the following vegetables is considered a cruciferous vegetable and should be consumed frequently in the macrobiotic diet?
Which of the following vegetables is considered a cruciferous vegetable and should be consumed frequently in the macrobiotic diet?
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Study Notes
Anti-Addictive Effects of Psychedelics
- A meta-analytic review of studies between 1966-1970 found that LSD administration resulted in significant benefits in reducing alcohol use in 536 patients at short, medium, and long-term follow-ups.
- Promising results have also been observed with psilocybin in reducing nicotine dependence and alcohol dependence.
- Clinical trials have shown significant abstinence outcomes, with additional trials underway.
Psilocybin and Nicotine Dependence
- A study administered psilocybin to 15 treatment-resistant tobacco/nicotine-dependent smokers, along with cognitive behavioral therapy for smoking cessation.
- 12 of 15 participants (80%) were abstinent from tobacco use at the 6-month follow-up, and 10 of 15 participants (67%) were abstinent at the 12-month follow-up.
- At a long-term follow-up averaging 2.5 years after the target quit date, 9 of 12 participants (75%) were biologically verified as abstinent.
Ibogaine and Addiction
- Ibogaine has been found to reduce opiate withdrawal symptoms and alcohol dependency in animal studies.
- Historical use of ibogaine as an anti-addictive substance dates back to the early 1960s, with reported success in reducing heroin and cocaine use.
Ketamine and Addiction
- A study involving 70 detoxified heroin-addicted patients found that a higher dose of ketamine elicited a more psychedelic-type experience, resulting in a significantly greater rate of abstinence in heroin addicts within the first two years of follow-up.
Macrobiotic Diet and Addiction
- A macrobiotic diet aims to bring balance to daily dietary intake, with a focus on whole grains, vegetables, and balancing yin and yang foods.
- The diet is believed to help reduce cravings for alcohol and drugs by counteracting the dominance of yin in the diet.
Harm Reduction and Nutrition
- Harm reduction programs, such as needle exchange programs and methadone maintenance programs, aim to reduce the harms associated with drug use.
- Nutrition plays a critical role in recovery from addiction, with a focus on whole foods, fruits, and vegetables, and reducing sugar and refined carbohydrate intake.
New Anti-Addictive Drugs
- LSD, DPT, and psilocybin have been found to have anti-addictive effects in various studies.
- Thiamine and folic acid supplementation have been found to be beneficial in reducing symptoms of addiction and depression.
Effective Treatment
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A case study highlighted the importance of exercise, consistent review of consequences of addiction, and the use of anti-addictive medications in achieving successful treatment outcomes.
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No personal fault attribution and a focus on life history and parental neglect are also important in effective treatment.### Vitamins and Addiction
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Excessive alcohol consumption interferes with thiamine (Vitamin B1) uptake in the gastrointestinal tract.
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Replenishing folic acid (Vitamin B9) helps ease depression during alcohol disorder recovery.
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Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) replenishing helps restore the normal formation of neurotransmitters.
LSD Treatment
- H.Osmond and A.Hoffer treated 2000 alcoholics with LSD under controlled conditions from 1954 to 1960.
- 40-45% of LSD-treated alcoholics remained abstinent after a year's observation.
- A meta-analysis of 6 randomized trials demonstrated consistent treatment effects favoring LSD.
DPT Treatment
- Dipropyltryptamine (DPT) has been used in the treatment of alcoholism.
- DPT is a classic psychedelic with clinical effects lasting from 1-6 hours, depending on the dose.
Anti-Addictive Drugs
- Campral (Acamprosate) is used to treat alcohol disorder.
- Buprenorphine/Naloxone is used to treat opioid addiction.
- Bupropion (Wellbutrin) is used to treat smoking and cocaine addiction.
- Buspirone (Buspar) is an anti-anxiety drug that boosts the effects of antidepressants.
- Disulfiram produces immediate and severe reactions when alcohol is consumed.
- Gabapentin is used to treat alcohol and generic substance abuse.
- Methadone is used for opioid replacement therapy (ORT) and Methadone Maintenance Therapy (MMT).
- Naloxone is an emergency medication given to reverse opioid overdoses.
- Naltrexone blocks the effects of alcohol or opioids.
- Propranolol is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and shows promise as a treatment for performance anxiety and PTSD.
Other Substances
- Cocaine: adverse side effects include depression and fatigue during withdrawal and abstinence.
- Methamphetamine: increased alertness, talkativeness, and hyperactivity, but adverse effects include irregular heartbeat, agitation, and increased blood pressure.
- Opioids (Heroin and Fentanyl): attach to the GABA neurotransmitter, controlling the brain's reward and pleasure pathways.
- Alcohol: a disinhibiting depressant and the most widely used addictive substance, with 8.3% qualifying for alcohol use disorder.
- Nicotine: a stimulant that elevates dopamine levels and causes burst firing of dopamine neurons, fast-acting and reaches the brain within seconds.
Psilocybin Treatment
- A recent pilot study showed that a manualized 15-week program of cognitive-behavior therapy incorporating psilocybin sessions resulted in excellent outcomes for smoking cessation.
- 80% of participants were biologically confirmed as smoke-free at a 6-month follow-up.
Drug Interactions
- Classic psychedelics have effects on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF), both relevant to addiction and other psychiatric disorders.
Effective Treatment
- Exercise and other exertional activities are implemented to reverse addictive behavior.
- Consistent review of consequences of addiction is important.
- Anti-addictive medications are used.
- No personal fault attribution is necessary, as addiction is a consequence of life history and parental neglect.
Adderall
- Adderall is a pharmacological name for equal parts amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.
- Dextroamphetamine has a high potential for misuse in a recreational manner.
- As of 2019, there is no effective pharmacotherapy for amphetamine addiction.
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Test your knowledge on the history of addiction treatment methodologies including LSD therapy for alcoholics and the role of vitamins such as Thiamine (Vitamin B1) and Folic Acid (Vitamin B9). Explore how these therapies have evolved over time.