Kenna Crampton

Chemical World

kenna@kdnk.org (Kenna Crampton)

  • Chemical World Celebrates Bicycle Day

Chemical World Celebrates Bicycle Day

Monday 12th April 2021

Celebrate Bicycle Day with 'Chemical World'. Discover how psychedelics are changing mental health treatment and breaking down stigmas.
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Chemical World

Chemical World

Author:
Kenna Crampton
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Bicycle Day and the Psychedelic Renaissance: Chemical World Explores New Frontiers in Mental Health

We are living in a chemical world and I am a chemical girl. We are living in a chemical world and I am a chemical.
What better way to celebrate Bicycle Day than diving into the fascinating world of psychedelics? In this episode of 'Chemical World', hosts Kenna Crampton and Maggie Seldeen take you on a journey through the history and future of psychedelic therapy. With a playful nod to Madonna's iconic lyrics, they set the stage for a discussion aimed at breaking down the stigma around substance use and mental health treatments.
The episode covers how psychedelics like LSD were once mainstream in therapeutic settings before the war on drugs pushed them underground. Now, thanks to organizations like MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), these substances are making a comeback in treating conditions like depression and PTSD. You'll hear about how Colorado has become a hub for psychedelic research and drug policy reform, including new laws allowing medicinal use of psilocybin mushrooms.
Personal recovery stories add a human touch, showing how these treatments offer hope and alternatives in mental health care. Whether you're curious about the science or looking for new treatment options, this episode promises to be both enlightening and heartwarming.