Chronic Pain

Living with what doesn’t go away

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Chronic pain reshapes lives and brains alike. We share research, therapies, and human stories that show pain management isn’t just about the body — it’s about understanding the whole system.

Altered Healing
When Chronic Pain Doesn’t Stop, Could Ketamine Therapy Be the Answer?

With evidence growing, ketamine infusions stand out as a new option in chronic pain care,…

Written by: Clara Bennett
Trends & Breakthroughs
The Fight for 7-OHM: Inside the Movement to Legitimize a Controversial New Plant Medicine

A new conversation (and controversy) is unfolding around 7-OHM in the world of plant medicine.

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig

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What is Psychedelic Integration Therapy?

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is gaining traction as a potential innovation in mental health treatment. Research suggests…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Trends & Breakthroughs
Guide to Types or Retreats: Find The Best Fit For You

Explore the different types of retreats, from wellness to spiritual, and find the perfect retreat…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Trends & Breakthroughs
Global Psychedelic Week 2025: 7 Must-See Speakers, 5000 Participants, 100 Countries

States of Mind is participating in the Global Psychedelic Week conference as a supporting media…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Trends & Breakthroughs
Beyond the Binary: How Psychedelic Experiences Can Change Your Views on Gender and Sexuality

Altered states may break down barriers and open paths to self-discovery. Should users follow these…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Trends & Breakthroughs
U.S. Conservatives Embrace Psychedelics: What Does This Mean for Europe?

Some of the most vocal supporters of psychedelic therapy are emerging not from liberals.

Written by: Jason Najum
Trends & Breakthroughs
Shaping The Future: Trends and Takeaways in Psychedelic Science

Industry and research evolve with new perspectives on wellness, relationships, and community care.

Written by: Jason Najum
Altered Healing
I Went to The Netherlands For A Legal Psychedelic Therapy Retreat

States of Mind's Senior Editor experiences legal psilocybin therapy — the first part in a…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Scientific Research
Anxiety and Chest Pain: Understanding the Connection

For many, chest pain often triggers immediate fear, and the first thing many think about…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Christopher Gauci
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