This study? https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-31064-2

The study found that Neanderthals used drugs derived from nightshade plants, specifically ephedrine, scopolamine, and atropine. These substances have various effects, including stimulation, hallucinations, and out-of-body experiences. The researchers also discovered painted boxes in the cave, which could have been created by Neanderthals while under the influence of these drugs.
Did Neanderthals Use Drugs? You bet.
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René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH
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This study? https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-31064-2
Because that study in Scientific Reports does not talk about Neanderthals at all. Neanderthals went extinct about 40,000 years ago. The study looked at human samples from the Bronze Age. Modern humans, not Neanderthals.
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Written by René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH2.2K Followers
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