Enhanced independence: De-biasing processes in psychedelic research and beyond
Research Ethics April 2, 2025 Katherine Cheung, Rebecca Ehrenkranz, David B. Yaden 2 citations
Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are considered the gold standard for demonstrating the efficacy of a treatment or intervention; however, the RCT study design alone is insufficient to prevent all forms of bias. In this paper, we review conflicts of interest and other biases that pose challenges to the methodological rigor of psychedelic RCTs, and explore recommended bias mitigation measures....