Psychedelic use is associated with reduced daily opioid use among people who use illicit drugs in a Canadian setting.
Int J Drug Policy November 7, 2021 DOI: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2021.103518 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPeople who use illicit drugs and also report psychedelic use are less likely to use opioids daily, according to a study in a Canadian setting. The association suggests that psychedelics may play a role in reducing opioid use, though the direction of causality is not established.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Observational cohort Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | People who use illicit drugs in a Canadian setting |
| Key finding | Psychedelic use is associated with reduced daily opioid use among people who use illicit drugs. |
Abstract
Psychedelic use is associated with reduced daily opioid use among people who use illicit drugs in a Canadian setting.