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Thujone - cause of absinthism?

Authors :
Lachenmeier, Dirk W.
Emmert, J.
Kuballa, T.
Sartor, G.
Source :
Forensic Science International. April 20, 2006, Vol. 158 Issue 1, p1, 8 p.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Abstract Habitual abuse of the wormwood spirit absinthe was described in the 19th and 20th centuries as a cause for the mental disorder "absinthism" including the symptoms hallucinations, sleeplessness and [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
Absinthe -- Research -- Usage
Gas chromatography -- Usage -- Research
Drinking of alcoholic beverages -- Research -- Usage
Mass spectrometry -- Usage -- Research
Mental illness -- Research

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03790738
Volume :
158
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Forensic Science International
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.144013654

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