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  • Lead: Psychedelics reopen the social reward learning critical period

Lead: Psychedelics reopen the social reward learning critical period

Tuesday 4th July 2023

Uncover how psychedelics aid social learning and explore alcohol withdrawal, cannabis use, and more in 'Addiction Medicine Unpacked'.
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Psychedelics and Social Learning: Breaking New Ground in Addiction Medicine

Episode Overview

  • Psychedelics' impact on social reward learning critical period
  • Prevalence and clinical impact of alcohol withdrawal syndrome
  • Integrated approach to reduce overdose
  • Cannabis use initiation and associated risk factors
  • Trends in e-cigarette sales and regulations
54% of respondents reported that an integrated approach, including harm reduction, addiction treatment, and other services, is effective at reducing overdose.
Imagine a world where psychedelics could help adults learn social behaviors anew. That's the groundbreaking topic in this episode of 'Addiction Medicine Unpacked'. Hosted by Claire Rasmussen, the episode dives into a fascinating study showing that psychedelics can reopen the critical period for social reward learning in mice. This means these substances might help adults relearn social behaviors, a concept with huge implications for addiction treatment and mental health. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
You'll also hear about the prevalence and impact of alcohol withdrawal syndrome, the factors linked to starting cannabis use, and how people react to e-cigarette warning labels. Plus, there’s an intriguing look at trends in prescription opioid-related poisonings among older adults and the latest on rapid-acting psychotherapeutics.
If you’re a healthcare professional, a student, or someone touched by addiction, this episode offers a wealth of information to keep you in the loop about the latest research and developments in addiction medicine.
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