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Drug Users Use A Lot Of Drugs
Scott Alexander explains how the vastly higher doses taken by recreational drug users compared to psychiatric patients lead to misconceptions about drug safety in clinical settings.
8 min read 1,197 words
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Know Your Amphetamines
Scott Alexander examines the history, chemistry, and efficacy of various amphetamine-based ADHD medications, comparing their strengths and weaknesses.
22 min read 3,345 words