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Magic Medicine? Psilocybin, MDMA & the Psychedelic Therapy Boom

Magic Medicine? Psilocybin, MDMA & the Psychedelic Therapy Boom

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 In "Magic Medicine? Psilocybin, MDMA & the Psychedelic Therapy Boom," Dr. Ben Synth explores how psychedelics have evolved from counterculture substances to groundbreaking therapeutic tools. The episode traces the fascinating journey of compounds like psilocybin and MDMA from their indigenous ceremonial uses through prohibition and into today's clinical research renaissance. Listeners will learn how these substances affect the brain, what the latest clinical trials reveal about their efficacy for conditions like depression, PTSD, and addiction, and why the concept of "set and setting" is crucial to therapeutic outcomes. Dr. Ben examines the cultural shift that's normalized psychedelic medicine, the regulatory challenges ahead, and the paradigm-shifting implications for mental healthcare. With the perfect balance of scientific rigor and accessible storytelling, this episode decodes the psychedelic therapy revolution and its potential to transform our understanding of consciousness and healing.

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