2024-08-10 23:55:08
Health
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Harry's Psychedelic Journey: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Setbacks

After a brain aneurysm, Harry turned to psilocybin therapy, finding solace in its potential to alleviate treatment-resistant depression and PTSD. Despite FDA declining approval for MDMA therapy, the demand for psychedelics is soaring.

With up to 60 hours of therapy needed, researchers strive to unveil the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics, long stigmatized due to the war on drugs. The National Drug Strategy Household Survey revealed a surge in hallucinogen use in Australia, underscoring a shift towards exploring unconventional treatments for mental health issues.

New York Times - Business
10. August 2024 um 11:56

F.D.A. Declines to Approve MDMA Therapy, Seeking More Study

Politics
The FDA declined to approve MDMA-assisted therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder, despite hopes from those with intractable mental health conditions. Lykos Therapeutics sought approval, but the agency said more data is needed, after independent experts convened in June rejected the company's application, finding insufficient evidence of effectiveness and safety. This was a setback for researchers like Michael Pollan and the UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics, who aim to dem..
SBS News
10. August 2024 um 20:39

Harry's future looked bleak. Then he tried psychedelics

After a brain aneurysm, Harry researched psilocybin and MDMA - psychedelics approved in Australia for treating conditions like the 30% of people with treatment-resistant depression, as well as PTSD. With his father's support, he accessed psilocybin therapy, which he credits with boosting his recovery. Psychiatrist Dr. David Graham notes increasing demand, but a full course requires multiple sessions and up to 60 hours of therapy. The National Drug Strategy Household Survey found about 500,000..
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