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🍄 Psilocybin: Therapeutic Potential and Societal Implications EP28

Alireza Soroush Season 1 Episode 28


These sources collectively examine the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, a classic psychedelic, for treating various mental health conditions such as addiction, depression, and anxiety. They highlight a resurgence in clinical research after a period of prohibition due to its Schedule I classification, noting promising results and ongoing trials. However, the texts also address significant legal and ethical challenges in conducting psychedelic research and integrating these substances into mainstream medicine, including issues with double-blinding, patient expectations, accessibility, and provider bias. Furthermore, the sources touch upon the historical and cultural uses of psilocybin, emphasizing its long-standing presence in various societies for ritualistic and therapeutic purposes. Created by Alireza Soroush

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