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#145 – Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics

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Cocaine, Condoms, and Decision-Making

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between drug use and sexual decision-making, particularly focusing on condom use in casual encounters. It examines how substances like cocaine and alcohol influence risk-taking behavior and the psychological factors at play in assessing safety versus pleasure. The discussion incorporates behavioral economics and proposes strategies to encourage safer sexual practices among individuals, especially when under the influence.

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