Study Reveals Oldest Known Evidence of Drug Use in Human History
Researchers say early humans sought substances that produced euphoria alongside food and shelter, according to Deutsche Welle Arabic.
A new study has identified the oldest known substance used by humans for its mind-altering effects, Deutsche Welle's Arabic service reported.
The findings suggest that from early in human history, people sought substances providing a feeling of euphoria in addition to food and shelter, according to the report, reshaping understanding of humanity's early relationship with mind-altering substances.
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- اكتشاف أقدم دليل على تعاطي المخدرات في التاريخ! — Deutsche Welle — Arabic
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