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The Stigma Regarding Psychedelic Medicine, After 60 Years How Do We End It? [1]

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Date: 2022-12-18

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The stigma surrounding the use of psychedelic compounds and natural medicines to treat mental health disorders and addictions is slowly being eroded by scientific research. Psychedelic drugs, such as MDMA and ketamine, have been proven effective in treating a variety of conditions, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and depression. These drugs can be used alongside more traditional treatments to provide relief from debilitating symptoms or by themselves for patients that are unable to take traditional medications used to treat psychiatric conditions like bipolar disease and depression.

MDMA is currently undergoing the regulatory process to become legally prescribed for PTSD treatment, with many expecting it to be approved by 2023. However, even if MDMA does become available for prescription in certain countries, will doctors feel comfortable prescribing it? This is where further education comes into play. Doctors need to understand how psychedelics work, their safety records, and the long-term benefits they can offer so that they feel confident in prescribing them to the right patients.

Ketamine has been available for the treatment of depression, Anxiety, & Chronic Pain for over 10 years now, yet it is only recently being utilized more widely due to its proven efficacy. It works differently than other anti-depressants on the market, making it a viable option when other treatments have not worked or are no longer effective. With suicidal ideations, ketamine has been especially successful, providing relief from these symptoms in as little as a few hours.

The stigma surrounding psychedelic compounds both synthetic and natural, along with more traditional natural medicines is slowly being chipped away, with more research and clinical studies highlighting the potential of these treatments for treating mental health disorders. While it may take time to shift the perception of these compounds, it's important that we continue to conduct our own research and advocate for further study in order to provide patients with the best possible treatment options. With adequate education and knowledge about how psychedelics work, doctors may feel more comfortable prescribing them in certain cases where they can be highly effective. In turn, this could lead to better outcomes for patients suffering from debilitating mental health issues.

Natural psychedelic medicines can also be extremely beneficial in treating mental health disorders and addictions. Ibogaine is one example of a natural psychedelic compound that has been shown to have remarkable effects on those suffering from opiate addiction, sometimes leading to complete cures. This demonstrates the potential of psychedelic compounds, both natural and synthetic, to provide relief from debilitating symptoms and a better quality of life for those suffering from mental health conditions, or just the condition of everyday life today in the societies we have created.

With more research and education about the potential benefits of psychedelics, we can help to reduce the stigma surrounding these compounds and ensure that patients have access to the best treatment options available. It's time to embrace the power of psychedelics in treating mental health disorders and addictions so that we can empower people with the resources they need to live happier, healthier lives.

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