Differences Between the Mechanism of Action of MDMA, MBDB, and the Classic Hallucinogens. Identification of a New Therapeutic Class: Entactogens
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs October 1, 1986 DOI: 10.1080/02791072.1986.10472362 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | MDMA |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen Identification biology Mechanism biology Class philosophy Psychotherapist Pharmacology Epistemology Artificial intelligence |
| Citations | 568 |
| Key points | Proposes that MDMA and MBDB are 'entactogens,' a new therapeutic class distinct from classic hallucinogens and stimulants, based on differences in mechanism of action and subjective effects. |
Abstract
(1986). Differences Between the Mechanism of Action of MDMA, MBDB, and the Classic Hallucinogens. Identification of a New Therapeutic Class: Entactogens. Journal of Psychoactive Drugs: Vol. 18, MDMA: Proceedings of the Conference, pp. 305-313.