MDMA

A new path to emotional processing

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MDMA’s empathogenic effects have made it a breakthrough in trauma therapy. We examine its clinical trials, safety debates, and emotional impact on those healing from PTSD.

Human Journeys

Recovering from Trauma & CPTSD: Turning Toward The Tiger

The story of facing one's past, working through trauma, and discovering healing.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer

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Ketamine Vs. Psilocybin Therapy: The Difference in Treatment

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Depression Treatments Beyond Antidepressants — Finding the Right Fit

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Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Altered Healing
How Many Ketamine Treatments for Depression Are Needed?

The question on all the ketamine researchers’ lips right now is around the idea that…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Christopher Gauci
Altered Healing
Mushrooms for ADHD: Can Microdosing Psilocybin Relieve Symptoms?

Emerging research shows that psilocybin may be an effective treatment for ADHD in adults. Here’s…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
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
Altered Healing
How Long Does Ketamine Work for Depression?

Clinical studies show that ketamine can reduce depressive symptoms within hours in some patients, particularly…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Christopher Gauci
Altered Healing
Inside Europe’s First Residential Ketamine Therapy Retreat

A short flight from mainland Europe, people are traveling to Malta for retreat-style care and…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Altered Healing
How Long Does Ketamine Pain Relief Last? From Infusion to Recovery

How long ketamine pain relief lasts depends on the dose, the type of pain, and…

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