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The Benefits and Risks of Ayahuasca Use
38:11 - 48:39 (10:28)
Ayahuasca is gaining ground in the medical community for its potential to help those with PTSD, as it acts as negative exposure therapy. Although it is not generally toxic, there have been deaths related to ayahuasca use due to the dangers of being in South America on a journey.
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Ayahuasca may be helping people with PTSD by acting as negative exposure therapy, allowing individuals to confront their worst memories and recategorize them in a less frightening way.
38:11 - 40:55 (02:43)
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Ayahuasca may be helping people with PTSD by acting as negative exposure therapy, allowing individuals to confront their worst memories and recategorize them in a less frightening way. More studies are being conducted to determine its effectiveness and gain more support from the medical community.
ChapterThe Benefits and Risks of Ayahuasca Use
EpisodeSelects: How Ayahuasca Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Ayahuasca, a South American vine used in shamanic healing, has associated risks including unsafe practices, accidents and encounters with indigenous communities.
40:55 - 46:42 (05:47)
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Ayahuasca, a South American vine used in shamanic healing, has associated risks including unsafe practices, accidents and encounters with indigenous communities. Whilst the vine is not generally toxic, complications can occur during ayahuasca journeys which can be fatal.
ChapterThe Benefits and Risks of Ayahuasca Use
EpisodeSelects: How Ayahuasca Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The combination of taking an SSRI (a serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and a psychedelic substance can result in dangerous levels of serotonin in the brain.
46:43 - 48:39 (01:55)
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The combination of taking an SSRI (a serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and a psychedelic substance can result in dangerous levels of serotonin in the brain.