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Turn on, tune in, and drop out … that was the catchcry of U.S. psychologist Timothy Leary in the 1960s. By 1966 psychedelics were demonised and banned, but now—in controlled scientific settings—there's a psychedelic 'renaissance' in mental health therapy. Early research on the use of ecstasy in the treatment of stress disorders looks promising.
28:48•28 Jul 2019
The Psychedelic Comeback: MDMA and Mental Health Therapy
“It feels like you are untangling neurological pathways that perhaps you've fed too much negativity in the past. It causes a shift in one's perception of reality.”
Remember the 'Turn on, tune in, drop out' mantra from the 60s? Well, psychedelics are making a serious comeback, but this time with a scientific twist. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', we dive into the resurgence of psychedelic research and its potential to revolutionize mental health therapy. Dr. Ben Sessa, a consultant psychiatrist and senior research fellow at Imperial College London, shares his insights on how substances like MDMA could be game-changers for treating stress disorders.
This episode isn't just about trippy experiences; it's about understanding the brain's response to these substances and how they can shift our perception of reality in a therapeutic setting. If you've ever wondered about the safety and effectiveness of psychedelic therapy, this conversation offers a balanced view, discussing both the promising results and the precautions needed. Tune in to explore how these once-demonized substances are now being hailed as potential lifesavers in the world of mental health.
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