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Robert L. Page

2 papers in the library · 17 citations · publishing 2021-2023

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Self-medication with Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS): a Systematic Review

International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction November 28, 2023 Tayler Holborn, Robert L. Page, Fabrizio Schifano et al. 5 citations

Abstract Currently, novel psychoactive substance (NPS) use presents a challenging issue for authorities. To effectively tackle the use of NPS, a deeper understanding of the motivations of those who use NPS is required. Evidence suggests that a subset of NPS users declare their use as ‘self-medicating’; however, there is a paucity of research in this area. The aim of this review is to provide an...

Profile and correlates of colorimetric reagent kit use among people who use ecstasy/MDMA and other illegal stimulants in Australia.

The International journal on drug policy November 1, 2021 Amy Peacock, Daisy Gibbs, Olivia Price et al. 12 citations

Colorimetric reagent kits can provide information about the compounds present in drug samples. This study aimed to identify patterns and correlates of colorimetric reagent kit use, as well as behavioural outcomes of testing, amongst people who use illegal stimulants in a context that lacks permanent government-sanctioned drug checking services. Australians residing in capital cities who...