PTSD treatment held back by Australia's antiquated drug law

Alex Crowe
Updated March 23 2021 - 11:31pm, first published December 20 2020 - 4:30am
Dr David Caldicott was instrumental in introducing the first pill-testing facilities at festivals in Australia. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos
Dr David Caldicott was instrumental in introducing the first pill-testing facilities at festivals in Australia. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Antiquated attitudes towards illegal drugs and Australia's strict drug laws were preventing patients receiving proven alternative treatments for mental-health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers have reported.

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Alex Crowe

Alex Crowe

Science and Environment Reporter

Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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