TRIGGERnometry David Nutt - The Truth About Drugs
Jul 4, 2021
David Nutt, a Professor of Neuropsychopharmacology at Imperial College London, challenges conventional drug policies with a science-backed approach. He discusses the historical context of drug use and argues for rational regulations that prioritize public health. The conversation touches on the complexities of decriminalization and its potential benefits, while highlighting how trauma can drive addiction. Nutt also presents pioneering treatments using psychedelics for PTSD, advocating for reforms that improve access to effective therapies.
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Opium Act Origins
- The 1914 Opium Act was influenced by pharmaceutical companies.
- They aimed to suppress plant-based opium use in favor of their patented morphine extracts.
Prohibition's Corruption
- Alcohol prohibition in America fueled organized crime and corrupted police.
- This led to the creation of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to combat the mafia.
Cannabis Demonization
- When alcohol prohibition ended, the DEA's head, Harry Anslinger, targeted cannabis.
- He demonized it by linking it to Mexican immigrants to preserve the DEA's existence.