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'''Responsible drug use''' is a set of diverse ideas and practices based on the premise that recreational substances can be used in a healthy and responsible manner by consenting adult individuals. It is closely related to the concept of '''harm reduction''', which seeks to minimize the risks and hazards of psychoactive substances while maximizing their benefits via education and training. | '''Responsible drug use''' is a set of diverse ideas and practices based on the premise that recreational substances can be used in a healthy and responsible manner by consenting adult individuals. It is closely related to the concept of '''harm reduction''', which seeks to minimize the risks and hazards of psychoactive substances while maximizing their benefits via education and training. | ||
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'''Examples of general harm reduction advice include:''' | '''Examples of general harm reduction advice include:''' | ||
*Educating oneself on the effects and legality of the substance being consumed | *Educating oneself on the effects and legality of the substance being consumed | ||
*Measuring accurate dosages and taking other precautions to reduce the risk of overdose | *Measuring accurate dosages and taking other precautions to reduce the risk of overdose | ||
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*Not allowing substance use to overshadow other aspects of one's life or responsibilities | *Not allowing substance use to overshadow other aspects of one's life or responsibilities | ||
*Being morally conscious of the source of one's substances | *Being morally conscious of the source of one's substances | ||
*[[List of psychoactive substances to avoid|Avoid certain psychoactive substances]] | |||
This page is dedicated to providing information about the various factors that should be considered when experimenting with or regularly using [[psychoactive substances]]. The first section covers general harm reduction practices for all substance classes while the latter is specific to [[hallucinogens]]. | This page is dedicated to providing information about the various factors that should be considered when experimenting with or regularly using [[psychoactive substances]]. The first section covers general harm reduction practices for all substance classes while the latter is specific to [[hallucinogens]]. | ||
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*'''Avoid''' sources of anything that can generate "bad vibes." The user should not expose themselves to unpleasant or disturbing stimuli such as scary films or dark music. If bad vibes are encompassing the experience, they can be escaped by quickly changing the immediate environment the user is in. For example, if one is sitting down with the lights off, stand up and turn the lights on, change the music, or move to a different room in the house. | *'''Avoid''' sources of anything that can generate "[[bad vibes]]." The user should not expose themselves to unpleasant or disturbing stimuli such as scary films or dark music. If bad vibes are encompassing the experience, they can be escaped by quickly changing the immediate environment the user is in. For example, if one is sitting down with the lights off, stand up and turn the lights on, change the music, or move to a different room in the house. | ||
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