"Can Psychedelics Be Used To Treat Mental Health Disorders?""Can Psychedelics Be Used To Treat Mental Health Disorders?"
Depression Cure
In today’s episode, Steve and Hew answer a question from their Patreon supporters about the current research into therapeutic uses of psychedelics MDMA for PTSD in veterans and psilocybin for chronic depression. Along the way, they’ll discuss the...
31:55•20 Jun 2022
Psychedelics in Therapy: A New Frontier for Mental Health
“If you have a lot of trauma and you don't necessarily want to open up to a therapist or a professional about trauma you have in your past, or you don't trust the person or whatever, this could be a really useful unlock to maybe in some ways even just accelerate the process.”
Can psychedelics really help treat mental health disorders? This episode of 'Breaking Free from Depression' takes you on a fascinating journey through the latest research and real-world applications of psychedelics like MDMA and psilocybin. Hosted by clinical researcher Dr. Steve Ilardi and writer Hew James, the episode answers questions from their Patreon supporters about the therapeutic uses of these substances.
They dive into how MDMA is being used to help veterans with PTSD and explore the potential of psilocybin for chronic depression. Along the way, they bust some common myths and highlight the importance of set and setting in psychedelic therapy. If you've ever wondered about the role psychedelics could play in mental health treatment, this episode offers a balanced, informative look at both the promise and the pitfalls.
Whether you're skeptical or curious, you'll find valuable insights here that could change the way you think about mental health care.
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