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Silvia L. Cruz

2 papers in the library · 18 citations · publishing 2023

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First drug-checking study at an electronic festival and fentanyl detection in the central region of Mexico

Harm Reduction Journal December 10, 2023 Silvia L. Cruz, Miguel Bencomo-Cruz, María E. Medina-Mora et al. 10 citations

Abstract Background Perception of drug adulteration has increased in Mexico, but there is little research on adulterants and toxicity. The aim of this study was to identify drug composition in an electronic music outdoor festival nearby Mexico City. Methods The participants completed a questionnaire with demographic data, harm reduction strategies, drug-use patterns, history, and the drug they...

The Resurgence of Hallucinogen Drugs in Clinical Research.

Revista de investigacion clinica; organo del Hospital de Enfermedades de la Nutricion 2023 María T Rivera-García, Silvia L. Cruz 8 citations

Since the dawn of civilization, ancient cultures have utilized hallucinogens from plants and fungi in the context of religious and healing practices. Recently, their use has expanded to other cultures. Hallucinogens are natural or synthetic substances that alter the perception of reality at nontoxic doses, producing intense psychological and physiological effects. The initial research on...