Pedro Acuña

Dr. Pedro Acuña is a medical professional with over 20 years of experience at the Instituto sobre Alcoholismo y Farmacodependencia (IAFA) in Costa Rica. He specializes in addiction treatment, particularly focusing on the rising use of synthetic substances such as methamphetamine and ecstasy among young adults. In recent discussions, he has highlighted the increasing prevalence of these drugs in the country and their potent effects, which can lead to severe addiction, particularly among individuals aged 18 to 35.