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Cosmetic neurology: the role of healthcare professionals

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In an age of modern technology and an increasing movement towards a 24-h working culture, life for many is becoming more stressful and demanding. To help juggle these work commitments and an active social life, nootropic medication, (the so-called ‘smart pills’) have become a growing part of some people’s lives. Users claim that these drugs allow them to reach their maximal potential by becoming more efficient, smarter and requiring less sleep. The use of these medications and the role of health professionals in their distribution raises many ethical questions.

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    Kinan Muhammed

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Muhammed, K. Cosmetic neurology: the role of healthcare professionals. Med Health Care and Philos 17, 239–240 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11019-013-9497-x

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