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The effects of benzedrine sulfate on the behavior of psychopathic and neurotic juvenile delinquents

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The results of oral administration of benzedrine sulfate to psychopathic and neurotic delinquents were discussed. Satisfactory responses of the experimental group compared to a control series were obtained. Further use of the drug in the combined therapy of juvenile delinquents was suggested.

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Korey, S.R. The effects of benzedrine sulfate on the behavior of psychopathic and neurotic juvenile delinquents. Psych Quar 18, 127–137 (1944). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01569029

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