Substance Abuse

The use of psychedelics, substances that alter our mental state, has been a controversial topic over the years

Psychedelic drugs provide a promising future for the treatment of various mental health conditions by being paired with psychotherapy.

When used with therapy, psychedelic drugs can reset the brain and temporarily change a person’s perspective and thought process, allowing them to heal themselves of their illnesses.

People from all over the globe come to the Netherlands every year to take part in retreats for spiritual growth and healing.

Richard Nixon created a narrative surrounding drugs that needs to be changed in the modern period since we can use psychedelic drugs to cure mental problems.

Relapse triggers are so common in the life of a person who struggles with addiction and those who undergo treatment.

Substance-related disorders are those that involve the use and abuse of different substances such as cocaine, methamphetamine, opiates and alcohol. These disorders may include substance-induced conditions that can result in many associated diagnoses including intoxication, withdrawal, the emergence of psychosis, anxiety and delirium.

Alcohol as the most used drug, is also one of the least talked about or discussed. Individuals are unaware of the effects of this drug and the usage of alcohol has been normalised to great extents in today’s society. Leading to major degradation of the mental, physical and social health of the people.