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alone or in a quiet setting the user may spend time predominantly in a dreamy
state getting off on, or concentrating on the subjective experi-, ence. It is
frequently felt that perceptions are keener and sensory effects are felt more
intensely and ...
alone or in a quiet setting the user may spend time predominantly in a dreamy
state getting off on, or concentrating on the subjective experi-, ence. It is
frequently felt that perceptions are keener and sensory effects are felt more
intensely and ...
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Titration The ability of users to titrate the dose was studied in another experiment
in which experienced marijuana users were given joints of different potencies
and asked to smoke until they achieved a “nice high.” To some extent these ...
Titration The ability of users to titrate the dose was studied in another experiment
in which experienced marijuana users were given joints of different potencies
and asked to smoke until they achieved a “nice high.” To some extent these ...
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There was no difference in grade point average and achievement between
marijuana users and nonusers, but the users had more difficulty deciding on
career goals, and a smaller number were seeking advanced professional
degrees. On the ...
There was no difference in grade point average and achievement between
marijuana users and nonusers, but the users had more difficulty deciding on
career goals, and a smaller number were seeking advanced professional
degrees. On the ...
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Contents
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Names of Drugs 5 Measuring Behavior and Performance | 13 |
Chapter Summary 8 Chapter Summary | 19 |
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