Редактирование: Transhumanism and drugs (раздел)

==Caution==

Many [[Special:MyLanguage/dystopian transhumanism|dystopian]] scenarios are possible in a future with a more liberal drug policy. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brave_New_World Soma] in ''[[Special:MyLanguage/Brave New World|Brave New World]]'' was literally the opiate of the masses, keeping an oppressed populace distracted from the reality of their situation. [[Special:MyLanguage/Larry Niven|Larry Niven]]'s [[Special:MyLanguage/Known Space|Known Space]] featured a fictional version of drug addiction known as [[Special:MyLanguage/wireheading|wireheading]], a direct technological application of neural stimulation to create temporary elation, however the effect was so strong it would often lead to users neglecting their basic biological needs and withdrawing from society.

The public health risks associated with addiction and crime whilst seldom [[Special:MyLanguage/existential risk|existential risk]]s, are important issues potentially at odds with [[Special:MyLanguage/life extension|life extension]] and super wellness.