Prof Re-Examines a Possible Treatment Stalled by Negative Public Opinions EDMONTON (CUP) -- When most people hear the term LSD, images of little pieces of blotter paper soaked in mind-expanding liquid that offer users a new world of altered perception and oneness come to mind -- not to mention jail time. The reputation of the drug may, however, hinder its potential as a powerful treatment to a serious addiction. Erika Dyck, professor of the history of medicine at the University of Alberta, has been taking an historical look at the use of LSD as a treatment for alcoholism. [continues 513 words]
EDMONTON - When most people hear the term LSD, images of little pieces of blotter paper soaked in mind-expanding liquid that offer users a new world of altered perception and oneness come to mind - not to mention jail time. The reputation of the drug may, however, hinder its potential as a powerful treatment to a serious addiction. Erika Dyck, professor of the history of medicine at the University of Alberta, has been taking an historical look at the use of LSD as a treatment for alcoholism. [continues 511 words]
When most people hear the term LSD, ideas of little pieces of blotter paper soaked in mind-expanding liquid that offer users a new world of altered perception and oneness come to mind--not to mention jail time and parole. The illicit reputation of the drug may, however, hinder its potential as a powerful treatment to a serious addiction. Dr Erika Dyck, professor of the history of medicine at the University of Alberta, has been taking an historical look at the use of LSD as a treatment for alcoholism. [continues 547 words]
