The resurgence of interest in psychedelic substances for psychiatric treatment has sparked both excitement and scepticism within the scientific community. This paper addresses the moralisation and hype surrounding psychedelic therapies. Through a systematic review of the literature and a detailed case study, we illustrate that the therapeutic effect of psychedelics is not solely pharmacological...
Cancer pain is a prevalent and challenging symptom affecting a significant number of patients globally, with inadequate control remaining a substantial challenge despite advancements in pain management. Non-pharmacological interventions, including mindfulness-based approaches, have shown promise in alleviating cancer-related pain. This study aimed to explore the efficacy of a single session of...
Importance Although mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are evidence-based treatments for chronic pain and comorbid conditions, implementing them at scale poses many challenges, such as the need for dedicated space and trained instructors. Objective To examine group and self-paced, scalable, telehealth MBIs, for veterans with chronic pain, compared to usual care. Design, Setting, and...
With its catchy title, historian Benjamin Breen's Tripping on Utopia brings together controversial findings about the human mind, social engineering, and professional responsibility.He delineates the time frame and focus of an inquiry into psychoactive drug research by stating that "Timothy Leary and the Baby Boomers did not usher in the first psychedelic era.They ended it" (3).The Controlled...
Psilosibin, klasik bir serotonerjik psikedelik madde olup, depresyon, anksiyete, travma sonrası stres bozukluğu, obsesif kompulsif bozukluk, yeme bozuklukları ve bağımlılık gibi ruhsal bozuklukların tedavisinde umut vaat etmektedir. Bu derleme, mevcut literatürü analiz ederek, psilosibinin terapötik etkilerini, olası mekanizmalarını ve klinik kullanımına dair etik ve yasal konuları ele...
Behavioral SciencesAugust 16, 2024Judith Rohde, Elena Hickmann, Marco Buchmann et al.7 citations
This pilot case series investigated the feasibility and efficacy of an eight-week therapy program, combining nasally administered ketamine (0.5 mg/kg) with trauma-focused psychotherapy, for individuals with chronic, treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Three patients with chronic, treatment-resistant PTSD underwent the eight-week therapy program. Clinical assessments...
Revista fisio&terapiaAugust 15, 2024Alberto Almeida, Carlos Paulo da Silva, Clara Guerzoni et al.
This integrative review explores the use of psychedelics in psychiatry, focusing on their historical context, recent resurgence, and clinical efficacy in treating psychiatric disorders such as depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Initially, psychedelic therapies showed promise in the 1950s and 1970s but were diminished due to restrictive policies and stigma. However, a resurgence in clinical interest...
Background: Psychedelic drugs have been of interest in medicine since the early 1950s. There has recently been a resurgence of interest in psychedelics. Aims: The objective of this study is to determine the extent of the available literature on psilocybin for medical indications including the designs used, study characteristics, indications studied, doses, and authors’ conclusions. We identify...
Objective Psilocybin-assisted therapy has shown promising efficacy on clinical depressive symptoms. However, diverse psychological support or psychotherapy was performed with psilocybin treatment. This study aimed to explore the association of psychological protocols with the efficacy of psilocybin-assisted therapy for depressive symptoms. Method Five major databases were systemic searched for...
Background: Mental health disorders such as stress, anxiety, depression, and PTSD pose significant challenges to public health. Traditional treatments, including pharmacotherapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), are effective but have limitations. With its dynamic breathing techniques, meditation, and chanting, Kundalini Yoga has shown the potential to improve mental health outcomes....