Clinical Lycanthropy

humans could transform into a wolf, and in history wolves were deemed to be the

Consequently, what others do not realize is that “Looney Tunes” is also a street name for lysergic acid diethylamide or LSD for short (National Drug Intelligence Center 2003). Moving on, in 1943, Albert Hoffman invented lysergic acid diethylamide and used it (Coney et al. 1). Furthermore, Hoffman is known for his interest and studies in “alternative states of consciousness” (Wilson 315). Consequently, since the invention of lysergic acid diethylamide, it has gained popularity. Within its acquired reputation, comes different perspectives of the usage of this drug.

When the creature notices what he is capable of doing, he begins to enjoy the power he has over regular people, “I gazed on my victim and my heart swelled with exultation,” (Shelley, 144). The creature, at first, does not want to commit crimes or hurt people, he is only looking for friendship, but if he gets upset or someone insults him, he will lose control and will do anything to make them feel the same way, even if that means inflicting physical pain on others. As the story goes on, he begins to realize and know the difference between right and wrong, which can make the readers not feel bad for him because he notices what he is doing and it is considered immoral.

Ergot, the toxic fungus found on rye, is mostly found during the spring and summer months with humid climates (Clues and Evidence). When reproducing, the contaminated grain releases a yellow thick, sticky substance which contains the fungus that spreads the poison throughout the crop. Once the grain is infected, it’s seeds contain lysergic acid which is what the hallucinogen LSD is created from (Clues and Evidence). Some side effects of ingesting Ergot are: “... strange mental aberrations, hallucinations, a feeling of burning skin or insects crawling under the skin. Women frequently miscarried, and fertility was generally reduced during outbreaks… many victims lost hands and feet” (Schumann). Victims of the lethal infection also experienced convulsions, paralysis, tremors and acting disturbed or insane(Schumann).

Convulsive ergotism causes violent fits, a crawling sensation on the skin, vomiting, choking, and hallucinations. The hallucinogenic drug LSD is a derivative of ergot (Caporael).

Werewolves are creatures that have been presented in many literary works and films for years, and are described to be cruel cannibalistic animals that shapeshift during every full moon. Although the character of the werewolf can symbolize many different things, there is an intriguing link between the werewolf figure and humans committing cruel abusive acts that actually make them the repulsive predator. Literary and folkloric texts like Wolfland by Tanith Lee, The Werewolves Daughter, and The Damnable Life and Death of Stubbe Peter by George Bores, explores different issues presented in society like sexual predators, abusive relationships, and the natural desire to kill which connects back to the werewolf figure. This connection explains that

Metamorphoses of the Werewolf is a book that charts the evolution, growth and changes of werewolf stories “from Antiquity Throughout the Renaissance.” Each chapter focuses on a tale or set of myths in different time periods, and analyzes them, comparing and contrasting, as well as theorizing the meaning behind them based on textual evidence, mainly from church and court documents. Through this method, Ms. Sconduto points out direct correlations between werewolves and the belief systems of the churches in power.

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This lecture covered stimulants and hallucinogens, such as the morning glory which has alkaloids similar to LSD, but has about 10th the potency of LSD. Typically the seeds are coated with an herbicide so users must be cautious when using morning glory. Mescaline is derived from the peyote cactus, and is not legal in America, but is permitted in some states for the use among Native American religious ceremonies. Plants with hallucinogenic properties such as belladonna, mandrake, henbane, and Datura have all been around for centuries, and have serve various purposes other than just the psychoactive effects. Henbane has been used as part of a cure for alcoholism, as well as being used to poison hamlets father. The ancient Chinese used Datura to

“A perfect creature, happy and prosperous”, the creature describes Adam as opposed to his perspective of himself. He speaks of Adam’s ability to be loved by his Creator and acknowledged by his superiors, yet while pursuing this route, the creature is rejected by his Creator - Victor - and condemned by his superiors - humans. “How all his malice served but to bring forth/ Infinite goodness, grace, and mercy, shewn/ On Man by him seduced, but on himself/ Treble confusion, wrath, and vengeance poured” (l. 217-220) in Paradise Lost evokes Satan’s repression of kindness after recognizing humanity’s ungratefulness. The creature sympathizes with Satan, claiming him the “fitter emblem of [his] condition” (124). However, there are two distinctions between Satan and the creature: the former being “Satan had his companions, fellow devils, to admire and encourage him, but [the creature is] solitary and abhorred” (125); and the latter being the creature’s tendency for kindness despite his public alienation. “This trait of kindness moved me sensibly. I had been accustomed to steal, but when I found that in doing this I inflicted pain, I abstained

The word werewolf is most likely to derive from two old-Saxon words, wer (meaning man) and wolf. In Greek, the terms Lycanthropy refers to the transformation process while Lycanthrope, which is a synonym to werewolf, is the afflicted person. The popular definition of werewolf or lycanthrope is a man who transforms himself or being transformed into a wolf under the influence of full moon.

One of the most controversial topics in modern philosophy revolves around the idea of non-human animals being considered human people. Controversy over what makes up an actual person has been long debated. However, society deems it as a set of characteristics. The average person normally does not realize how complicated a question this is, and in fact many scientists, philosophers, and individuals will side differently on this specific topic. I personally do not believe that animals are capable of being human people, but throughout this argumentative paper I will address critical views presented from multiple philosophers on why this seems to be the case.

On April 16, 1943, Dr. Hoffman decided to do further research with the LSD compound (Dye, 1992 p. 5). While handling the drug,

It is no secret that drug use has the ability to completely alter a person’s state of consciousness, whether it be through extreme euphoria, increased hyperactivity, pain relief or psychedelic hallucinations. Although many drugs are used for medical purposes, the global issue of recreational drug use is now being fronted as an extremely serious matter that is steadily on the uprise. Recreational drug use is often associated with negativity, addiction and as having serious physical and mental repercussions. One of the few class of drugs that is often associated with both positive and negative connotations are hallucinogens, otherwise known as “psychedelics”, which have powerful altering effects on ones sense of perception, brain function

Satan comes to man with his temptations as an angel of light, as he came to Christ. He has been working to bring man into a condition of physical and moral weakness, that he may overcome him with his temptations, and then triumph over his ruin. ...He well knows that it is impossible for man to discharge his obligations to God and to his fellow-men, while he impairs the faculties God has given him. The brain is the capital of the body... pg. 236