The Drug Science Podcast | 64. Autism with Melanie Sykes

This week, Melanie Sykes joins Dave to talk about medical cannabis but also how an autism diagnosis at 51 can change your life!

Show Notes

This week’s episode features English television and radio presenter, and model Melanie Sykes.

Melanie is an advocate for medical cannabis use for childhood epilepsy and other chronic conditions. In 2021 she became an Ambassador in Medcan Support - a non-profit community interest company who provide free resources and educational material on medical cannabis, the endocannabinoid system and the positive outcomes cannabis treatment has had on so many people throughout the UK. With her support, she helps fight the stigma and raises other issues which are preventing access to the natural medicine.

Listen to this episode of the podcast to find out more about medical cannabis and also how an autism diagnosis at 51 can change your life!

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Professor David Nutt has spent a career making the argument for a rational, evidence-based approach to drug policy and drug use. The scientific evidence still challenges perceived wisdom on drugs and for that reason can appear to be contentious. In this podcast, the Professor explores the actual harms and potential benefits of various drugs, challenging myths surrounding classification and legislation, and exploring the societal impact of poorly informed drug policy. Using evidence in public policy should not be controversial. A podcast for anyone interested in understanding the scientific truth about drugs, free from political or moral concern.