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The Impact and Prevalence of PTSD
25:30 - 28:53 (03:23)
PTSD is a serious psychiatric disorder that can affect both military veterans and civilians who have experienced a trauma. It can lead to significant distress and interfere with daily functioning, and even increase the risk of depression, substance abuse, and suicide.
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The podcast discusses the prevalence and impact of PTSD on individuals, especially veterans and civilians exposed to war zones or sexual abuse, and its potential to cause depression, drug or alcohol abuse, and suicidal tendencies.
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The podcast discusses the prevalence and impact of PTSD on individuals, especially veterans and civilians exposed to war zones or sexual abuse, and its potential to cause depression, drug or alcohol abuse, and suicidal tendencies. The host also delves into the internal tension that exists in the psychedelic community factions, in spite of their efforts to work together toward healing.
ChapterThe Impact and Prevalence of PTSD
Episode#440: Rick Doblin — The Psychedelic Domino That Tips All Others
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
John Lubecky, a veteran from Iraq, was psychologically damaged upon his return and attempted suicide multiple times.
27:40 - 28:53 (01:12)
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John Lubecky, a veteran from Iraq, was psychologically damaged upon his return and attempted suicide multiple times. He volunteered for an MDMA study and was one of its successful cases, leading to the life-changing benefits of MDMA-assisted therapy.