LSD Can Treat Alcoholism 346
ananyo writes "LSD has potential as a treatment for alcoholism, according to a comprehensive retrospective analysis of studies published in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The researchers sifted through thousands of records to collect data from randomized, double-blind trials that compared one dose of LSD to a placebo. Of 536 participants in six trials, 59% of people receiving LSD reported lower levels of alcohol misuse (PDF), compared to 38% of people who received a placebo. The study adds to the weight of evidence that hallucinogenic drugs may have important medical uses, including, for example, the alleviation of cluster headaches."
Makes sense (Score:5, Funny)
They'll stop the first time they see their booze bottles as screaming fanged monsters.
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In other news, cocaine addiction has been shown to lower marijuana abuse.
Re:In other news (Score:2, Funny)
Just like WoW ...
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Re:Makes sense (Score:3, Funny)
Naltrexone + drinking is even more effective.
Re:I've seen phsychology reports differ. (Score:4, Funny)
Long time alcoholics tend to suffer from a duality within the mind, the one who wants to stay sober, and the other that wants to drink.
That's what shandy is for...
Re:Makes sense (Score:5, Funny)
My name is Bob and I'm an LSD addict - formerly an alcoholic.
Re:Placebo? (Score:4, Funny)
Re:placebo for LSD? (Score:5, Funny)
Placebo side effects: dry mouth, and feels a little bit hyper.
The Other drug side effects: a talking dragon asking you live by the sea.
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As for FDA approval.. have you EVER watched a commercial for an FDA approved drug? Nice, harmless side-effects like cancer, organ failure, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, blindness, heart failure, brain damage, impotency, birth defects, peripheral neuropathy, weight gain, weight loss, coma, death.
Come on, that's a small price to pay for an erection. Put some perspective in your life!
Re:Go figure (Score:5, Funny)
Heh. Try holding a few hits of acid in your hand for an hour or two sometime.
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Re:Makes sense (Score:1, Funny)
"My name is Bob and I'm an LSD addict - formerly a pink butterfly on a moon-daisy."