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Megan Miller

7 papers in the library · 79 citations · publishing 2021-2026

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“I can objectively view my trauma without feeling like I'm there”: Reddit discussions on self-reported use of psychedelics to address co-occurring substance use and mental health needs

Journal of Psychedelic Studies March 30, 2026 Emma Yuanqi Gu, Natalia M. Irvine, Megan Miller et al.

Abstract Introduction While the relationship between substance use disorders (SUD) and mental health conditions is well established, treatment for these co-occurring conditions is difficult to manage. Research on the potential for psychedelic treatments to address SUD and mental health conditions has recently seen a resurgence. This study aimed to explore narratives on the influence of...

A Rapid Review of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in the Context of Palliative Care.

Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association April 1, 2025 Megan Miller, Molly Meyers, Annona Martin et al. 3 citations

Psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) involves supported experiences with psychedelic medicines in carefully curated environments. Early evidence suggests possible utility of PAT for addressing psychosocial-spiritual-existential concerns, yet gaps remain in understanding findings related to PAT's role in palliative care. This rapid review aims to synthesize current literature on applications of...

A Rapid Review of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in the Context of Palliative Care

Journal of Hospice and Palliative Nursing April 1, 2025 Megan Miller, Molly Meyers, Annona Martin et al.

Psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) involves supported experiences with psychedelic medicines in carefully curated environments. Early evidence suggests possible utility of PAT for addressing psychosocial-spiritual-existential concerns, yet gaps remain in understanding findings related to PAT's role in palliative care. This rapid review aims to synthesize current literature on applications of...

Self-reported experiences and perspectives on using psychedelics to manage opioid use among participants of two Reddit communities.

Addiction (Abingdon, England) January 16, 2025 Noa Krawczyk, Megan Miller, Emma Yuanqi Gu et al. 2 citations

The opioid crisis continues to exert a tremendous toll in North America, with existing interventions often falling short of addressing ongoing needs. Psychedelics are emerging as a possible alternative therapy for mental health and substance use disorders. This study aimed to gather insights on how people use or are considering using psychedelics to manage opioid use disorder (OUD), how these...

Applying Key Lessons from the Hospice and Palliative Care Movement to Inform Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy.

Psychedelic medicine (New Rochelle, N.Y.) September 1, 2023 Megan Miller, William E Rosa, Alden Doerner Rinaldi et al. 9 citations

Psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) has re-emerged as a promising intervention for addressing mental health conditions and existential concerns. Despite growing enthusiasm, PAT may be difficult to integrate into mainstream health systems. The rich sacramental traditions of psychedelics, their centering of the human experience, proposed substrates of action, context-dependent outcomes, and highly...

Top Ten Tips Palliative Care Clinicians Should Know About Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in the Context of Serious Illness.

Journal of Palliative Medicine August 1, 2022 William E Rosa, Zachary Sager, Megan Miller et al. 49 citations

Psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) is a burgeoning treatment with growing interest across a variety of settings and disciplines. Empirical evidence supports PAT as a novel therapeutic approach that provides safe and effective treatment for people suffering from a variety of diagnoses, including treatment-resistant depression, substance use disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Within...

The Role of Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy to Support Patients With Cancer: A Critical Scoping Review of the Research

Journal of Holistic Nursing September 6, 2021 Rebecca H Lehto, Megan Miller, Jessica Sender 16 citations

Treatments for addressing psychiatric mental health issues in vulnerable patients with cancer are established. Yet, many patients persist with unrelenting psychological difficulties despite intervention. There is growing interest in the role of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for managing treatment-resistant mental health challenges in patients with cancer. Psilocybin is a naturally occurring...