Psychedelics for Mental Health Tx

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Research on use of psychedelics for treatment of mental health conditions.

These are research studies on use of psychedelics in clinical settings as supposed to recreational use (for the sake of experiencing something different). I think there is a distinction made when these psychedelics are used in rituals or treatment bc there are protocols and processes for the purpose of healing. Individuals or groups may have such a process for self-healing, not tied to traditional methods or clinical treatments. I am personally biased that we don't necessarily need to use psychedelics but if it works, why not? What do you think?

Scientists Studied the Effect of Magic Mushrooms on Personality, And the Results Are Startling

It turns out that psychedelics aren't just good for turning into an elf and jousting a car. Psychiatrists, psychologists and specialists in addiction and recovery from traumatic experiences have been investigating the use of hallucinogens in treatment programs, and the results indicate that psychedelics actually have practical therapeutic uses. And one drug has proven particularly useful. Repeated studies have found the psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms, psilocybin, can help people move past major life issues — like beating alcoholism and becoming more empathetic.

http://www.policymic.com/articles/89829/...ign=social

How ayahuasca can revolutionize psychotherapy

Some of the same doctors and researchers who have, in recent years, gotten FDA approval for breakthrough studies involving MDMA and psilocybin mushrooms are now turning their attention to ayahuasca. Preliminary work suggests the brew could help treat depression, chronic addiction, and fears of mortality.

People with less-defined diagnoses, but a hunger for something missing, say ayahuasca offers something ineffable: compassion, connectedness, spirituality.

http://www.citypages.com/2013-11-20/news...hotherapy/