The Need For Public Education
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While psychedelics may offer hope in treating patients with certain conditions, positive outcomes are dependent on the proper use of these substances. This story makes it clear that there are inherent dangers in using these substances in ways that aren’t recommended or prescribed. While a patient may have good intentions when it comes to self-medicating, their lack of knowledge can easily cause far more damage than good.The Bottom Line
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This disturbing case emphasizes the risks of self-medicating without medical supervision or a solid understanding of chemical effects. Injecting drugs meant for oral use can result in unexpected, life-threatening problems. Even natural or plant-based medications can cause serious harm if taken inappropriately or outside of clinical settings. Desperation should never be used to replace professional therapy, particularly for complex disorders such as addiction and bipolar disorder. Even well-intentioned decisions can have disastrous results if not handled properly. Therefore, it is better to do this under the supervision of a professional in a tried and tested manner.
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