The Benefits of Meditation
Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years and is known to provide numerous benefits to those who regularly practice it. It is a technique that involves training the mind to focus on the present moment, letting go of distractions, and developing a sense of inner peace. The practice of meditation has gained increasing popularity in recent times, with many people turning to it for its benefits in reducing stress and improving overall well-being.
Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy to Treat Existential and Psychological Distress
It is well known that individuals faced with a terminal illness often experience significant psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and existential distress. These symptoms can be debilitating and negatively impact the patient’s quality of life. Even when treatment is sought out, traditional therapies have fallen woefully short, and many patients, along with their families, continue to suffer from these symptoms despite receiving treatment.
Dr. Roland Griffiths, Pioneering Psilocybin Researcher, Faces His Own Battle with Cancer
Roland Griffiths, PhD, Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Neurosciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, is a highly respected researcher in the field of psychopharmacology, known for his groundbreaking work on the effects of psilocybin on the brain and consciousness. However, his personal experience with cancer has also played a significant role in shaping his research and perspective on the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances.
MDMA: The Long, Arduous Journey to FDA Approval
Rick Doblin, Founder and Executive Director of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), is credited with getting MDMA to the brink of FDA approval. He started MAPS in 1986 with the seemingly impossible goal of bringing mass mental health to the world using psychedelics. He gave it 50 years. With any luck, MAPS will see the legalization of their first psychedelic, MDMA, in 37. But the journey started way back before 1986 and had its roots in Southwest Florida.
Psilocybin and Ketamine: An Option for Palliative Care
Psychedelics have gained mainstream attention because of media’s reporting on promising research and Michael Pollan’s recent documentary on Netflix, How to Change Your Mind. The promise to reduce symptoms related to mental illness, and an ever-growing list of other conditions, such as neurodegenerative diseases, anorexia, cluster headaches, autism, substance use disorders, and more, is too good for people to ignore.
