Navigating Stimulants: Effects and Ethics

This chapter explores the stimulant modafinil, comparing its effects with stronger drugs like cocaine and Adderall, while discussing its popularity due to fewer side effects. The conversation extends to nicotine's role in motivation and its complex implications for health and policy, particularly regarding smoking cessation methods and the recent ban on menthol cigarettes in California. Overall, it emphasizes the need for thoughtful drug policies that take into account individual experiences and broader societal impacts.

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