August 19, 2026David Engelken, Eva‐lotta Brakemeier, Uwe Herwig et al.
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This qualitative interview study aims to explore the dynamics of psychotherapy and therapeutic touch in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT). With the increasing use of psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT), there is a growing demand for manuals and guidelines for therapists on the application of PAT. In order to develop these on an evidence-based basis, studies are needed that examine specific...
Research on the therapeutic effects of psychedelics in psychiatry, commonly referred to as Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT), has expanded substantially in recent years. The context-dependent nature of psychedelics has sparked discussion about the importance of the psychotherapeutic environment in achieving beneficial outcomes. This study explores the contribution of psychotherapeutic factors...
Suicidal ideation (SI) is common in chronic depression, but only limited evidence exists for the assumption that psychological treatments for depression are effective for reducing SI. In the present study, the effects of Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT; group version) plus treatment-as-usual (TAU: individual treatment by either a psychiatrist or a licensed psychotherapist, including...