A Bold Frontier: Psychedelics, Pt. 2

On this episode, Mike, Melissa, and Morgan explore how psychedelics are being studied as a treatment for conditions like depression, PTSD, and addiction. They discuss the promise of psychedelic therapy, the importance of medical supervision, and why these treatments should be part of a broader mental health plan. The conversation also highlights the risks of using psychedelics without professional guidance.Resources & Links:Website: JAMA Psychiatry (Article: Effects of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy on Major Depressive Disorder)Website: Nature Medicine (Article: MDMA-assisted therapy for severe PTSD: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 study)Website: eClinical Medicine (Article: Ketamine for the treatment of major depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis)Website: Psymposia (Article: How Silicon Valley Used Veterans to Hijack the Psychedelic Industry)Website: Chacruna (Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines)Search: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma______________________If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. 988 WebsiteMike and Morgan welcome questions and comments Email: A PsychoDelicous ConversationRelated Podcast: Mike & Morgan on Behind the ConnectionMike Stratton's A Groove SupremeSpotify: Mike's Podcast, The Little Green Book