Tag Archive for: veterans
The Messy Job of a Psychedelic Integration Coach
CulturePsychedelic therapy involves the processing of many complex emotions, and the psychedelic integration coach is here to help
Can Psychedelics Help Veterans with Chronic Pain?
Culture, TreatmentMany veterans suffer from dual epidemics of chronic pain and opioid dependence. Can psychedelics help vets curb addiction and fight chronic pain?
Does MDMA Reduce Fear? New Study Has Implications for PTSD Treatment
Research, TreatmentUsing a measurement tool called the SCR, researchers found that combining MDMA with fear extinction learning and recall therapy significantly reduced the fear felt by study participants, as compared to the placebo. This may have big implications for how we treat PTSD.
Imperial College and Heroic Hearts Launch Psychedelic Research Retreat for Veterans with Head Trauma
Research, TreatmentA new veterans research-focused psychedelic retreat in partnership between Heroic Hearts and Imperial College looks at treating brain injuries.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry Champions Psychedelic Therapy for PTSD
PolicyFormer Texas Governor, the Republican Rick Perry, is supporting legislation for psychedelic therapy to help veterans with PTSD.
Psychedelic Conference to Explore Promising Therapies for Veterans, First Responders
Culture, TreatmentThe Heroic Dose conference will explore the use of psychedelic therapies to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, and suicide among military veterans and first responders.
Minority Veterans Organization Urges Congress to Loosen Restrictions on Psychedelic Therapies
Culture, TreatmentA minority veterans organization wants access to psychedelic therapies for PTSD and depression. It's urging Congress to take action.