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Risks and Opportunities of Psychedelic Therapy
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The demand for psychedelic therapy is increasing, but there is a risk of unqualified people claiming to be therapists. The underground nature of psychedelics also makes it difficult to regulate, and research may face opposition from some individuals.
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The future of psychedelic studies involves exploring the effects of substances on both pathological conditions and healthy volunteers.
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The future of psychedelic studies involves exploring the effects of substances on both pathological conditions and healthy volunteers. There are many talks and resources available for those interested, including Roland Griffiths' TED Med talk.
ChapterRisks and Opportunities of Psychedelic Therapy
Episode#365: Michael Pollan — Exploring the Frontiers of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Despite psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and MDMA receiving breakthrough therapy status, there are barriers to translating that progress into accessible treatment for patients with PTSD or treatment-resistant depression, such as funding and limited sample sizes in pilot studies.
1:00:31 - 1:02:34 (02:02)
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Despite psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and MDMA receiving breakthrough therapy status, there are barriers to translating that progress into accessible treatment for patients with PTSD or treatment-resistant depression, such as funding and limited sample sizes in pilot studies.
ChapterRisks and Opportunities of Psychedelic Therapy
Episode#365: Michael Pollan — Exploring the Frontiers of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The reason why there is little to no mental health research is due to the lack of funding.
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The reason why there is little to no mental health research is due to the lack of funding. This is because the business model of the pharmaceutical companies depends on long-term consumption, unlike psychedelic research which is primarily funded by private individuals and organizations.
ChapterRisks and Opportunities of Psychedelic Therapy
Episode#365: Michael Pollan — Exploring the Frontiers of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Psychedelic assisted psychotherapy is a novel therapy that involves both, psychotherapy and psychedelic drugs.
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Psychedelic assisted psychotherapy is a novel therapy that involves both, psychotherapy and psychedelic drugs. However, the potential risks of this therapy include sexual abuse in a therapeutic setting and a possible backlash against psychedelics in the future.
ChapterRisks and Opportunities of Psychedelic Therapy
Episode#365: Michael Pollan — Exploring the Frontiers of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
With the increased demand for psychedelics-assisted therapy, there are now unscrupulous people posing as therapists who lack the necessary experience and skills to deal with medical emergencies.
1:05:57 - 1:07:44 (01:46)
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With the increased demand for psychedelics-assisted therapy, there are now unscrupulous people posing as therapists who lack the necessary experience and skills to deal with medical emergencies. Even with an organized code of conduct, it is challenging to regulate something that is illegal, making it a risky undertaking for people seeking therapy.