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Psilocybin assisted therapy: “People think it’s all about a pill, or all about a mushroom, but it’s not”
Psilocybin assisted therapy: “People think it’s all about a pill, or all about a mushroom, but it’s not”
Psilocybin assisted therapy: “People think it’s all about a pill, or all about a mushroom, but it’s not”
Friday 24th March 2023
Dr. Valorie Masuda discusses psilocybin assisted therapy for terminal patients, highlighting its benefits and the need for trained therapists.
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Get the buttons here!Psilocybin Therapy: A New Hope for Terminal Patients
So when we talk about psychedelics, the research kind of is all sort of focused in on the drug, when it's not really about the drug or the medicine, it's about the procedure where the medicine is involved in that procedure, much like a shoulder joint.
Imagine facing a terminal diagnosis and finding out there's a therapy that might offer not just relief but a new perspective on life. In this episode of People First Radio, Dr. Valorie Masuda, a palliative care physician and oncology general practitioner, takes us through the groundbreaking potential of psilocybin assisted group therapy. She dives into the details of an upcoming clinical trial at Vancouver Island University, aimed at understanding how this therapy can help those with terminal illnesses. Dr.
Masuda makes it clear that the magic isn't just in the mushroom; it's about the whole therapeutic process and the trained professionals guiding it. She also sheds light on the low risks involved and the meticulous planning required for these trials, supported by institutions like Roots to Thrive and Island Health. But that's not all—Dr.
Masuda also touches on the complex issue of medical assistance in dying for people with severe mental health conditions, stressing the urgent need for more research. If you're curious about innovative therapies and compassionate care, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of psilocybin's potential to transform end-of-life experiences.