MDMA is part of a new wave of psychoactive drugs that show great potential for treating conditions such as severe depression and PTSD. But not everyone is convinced. And even if such drugs gain FDA ...

Identifying “designer drugs,” or so-called “legal highs” quickly is a public health challenge plaguing hospital emergency rooms, forensic labs, and law enforcement agencies globally. These are ...

UK-wide investigation found half of under 18s seeking addiction support had abused new psychoactive substances like spice ...

The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment is warning residents not to purchase or consume PolkaDot brand chocolate ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aegis Sciences Corporation, a leader in toxicology and healthcare services, is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking data visualization dashboard ...

A study published in the journal Antiquity suggested an ancient South American civilization spiked a beer-like drink with psychoactive drugs as a way of maintaining social cohesion and forging new ...

— -- With a few drops of a liquid hallucinogen under his tongue and the smell of incense in the air, Texas resident Frank Ramirez says he can transport himself to a different world. Eyes shut and ...

Catnip, also known as “kitty pot” or even “meowijuana,” in moderation, is a fun and harmless substance for our feline companions. But if you’ve ever tried to give your pup some of the relaxing herb, ...

Archaeologists working in the Tabuk province of Arabia have found the earliest documented evidence of the ritual application of a psychoactive substance, according to a new study published in ...