Why Psychedelics Will Change Everything We Know About Therapy | Enrico Mayor Podcast #11

About this episode

Dr. Ben Sessa discusses the impact of psychedelics on therapy and mental health treatment.

In this conversation, Dr. Ben Sessa discusses the definitions and impacts of psychedelics, particularly MDMA, in therapeutic settings. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique pharmacology of psychedelics and their potential to assist in mental health treatment, especially for those with trauma and addiction. The discussion also covers the risks associated with psychedelics, the dangers of prohibition, and the need for regulated drug policies. Dr. Sessa shares insights from hi...

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Guest: Dr Ben Sessa

Topics covered

• psychedelics
• therapy
• MDMA
• mental health
• trauma
• addiction
• drug policy

Keywords

• pharmacology
• prohibition
• regulated drug policies

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