Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
The Psychedelic World of Hollywood Hospital
The Psychedelic World of Hollywood Hospital
The Psychedelic World of Hollywood Hospital
Monday 3rd October 2022
Erika Dyck discusses Hollywood Hospital's psychedelic treatments for alcoholism and trauma in the 1950s-70s. Tune in for a fascinating history lesson.
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Get the buttons here!The Acid Room: Unveiling Hollywood Hospital's Psychedelic Past
I think some of the hope that was imbued in psychedelic research in The 1950s and into The 60s came from the way that psychedelics unlocked different ways of thinking about mental health, addiction, trauma, pain.
Step back into the late 1950s and early 1970s, when a private hospital in greater Vancouver was pioneering some of the most unconventional treatments for alcoholism and trauma. In this episode, Greg Marchildon chats with Erika Dyck about her book, 'The Acid Room: The Psychedelic Trials and Tribulations of Hollywood Hospital', co-authored with Jesse Donaldson. This isn't just any hospital history; it's a deep dive into the world of LSD, mescaline, and other psychotropic substances used in therapeutic settings.
Dyck, a professor of History and Canada Research Chair in the History of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, provides a captivating look at how this hospital used psychedelics to treat various conditions. Imagine a place where therapy involved not just talking but also carefully choreographed settings, spiritual elements, and personal reflections. Dyck discusses why these research centers initially embraced psychedelic treatments and what led to their eventual closure.
This episode is perfect for anyone curious about the historical roots of psychedelic therapy and its evolving role in modern medicine. With Marchildon’s engaging interview style, you'll find yourself drawn into a fascinating chapter of medical history that still resonates today.