Smart Drugs
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If a pill could make you smarter, sharper, and boost your memory, would you take it? This isn't science fiction. We're on the verge of over-the-counter "smart drugs" called Nootropics. Already globally popular in workplaces and at parties, they promise enhanced performance. But society is only just beginning to grapple with their potential side effects and the profound ethical questions they raise.
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