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Inside the Ketamine Spoon Economy at Raves
Wearing a ketamine spoon around your neck will get you further at raves than a VIP pass. [...] Read More... The post Inside the Ketamine Spoon Economy at Raves appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
How to Get Your Parents Curious About Taking Mushrooms
Think your parent could benefit from psilocybin? Here’s how to talk to them—straight from those who’ve done it successfully. [...] Read More... The post How to Get Your Parents Curious About Taking Mushrooms appeared ...
The Subtle Harms of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Facilitation (Part 1)
Despite its cultural prestige and rapid commercial growth, psychotherapy – as well as psychedelic-assisted therapy – rests on overstated evidence, underreported harms, and inherent power imbalances that can produce su...
Beyond FDA Approval: Psychedelics as Catalysts For Creativity and Innovation
While psychedelics have a history of sparking creativity, the first modern study to investigate the potential of psilocybin to enhance the brain’s ability to unlock creativity and problem solving is underway at the Un...
Navigating Colorado’s Regulated Psychedelic Model: Lessons From the Front Lines
Entering the legal, regulated model of psychedelic therapy was the last thing on my mind when I moved to Colorado. I spent most of my life in rural Appalachia, bouncing from one small mountain town to the next, making...
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Public Support for Psilocybin in the US Mirrors Early Days of Cannabis Legalisation
A study from the RAND Corporation has revealed a significant gap between the growing political momentum for psychedelic reform and actual US public opinion. The post Public Support for Psilocybin in the US Mirrors Ear...
“I Swore Off Psychedelic Retreats. Now, I’m Hosting One.”
After years of chaotic retreat experiences, one writer returns to the industry to see if it has finally grown up. [...] Read More... The post “I Swore Off Psychedelic Retreats. Now, I’m Hosting One.” appeared first on...
LSD, Music, and the Art of Listening
Oli Genn-Bash discusses how LSD uniquely enhances active listening, creativity, and musical insight, offering a more profound synergy between psychedelics and music. The post LSD, Music, and the Art of Listening appea...
The State of the Psychedelic Industry & Open Questions (Video)
In the third video of a three-part series, Psychedelic Alpha’s Josh Hardman takes a look at some broader open questions and potential futures in the psychedelics field via a narrated presentation.
A New Stage at ICEERS: Legacy, Transition, and Continuity
In the history of an organization, there are turning points that transform more than just the organizational chart. They rearrange responsibilities, redefine priorities, and force us to review the purpose of the path ...
Landmark Case: Coca Leaf Is Not Cocaine
A retired police officer faced charges of trafficking “cocaine” after buying coca tea online. The prosecution sought a mandatory minimum sentence of twelve years. After more than two years of proceedings and with spec...
Here’s Why Some Ayahuasca Journeys Hit Harder Than Others
PLUS, how to get your parents interested in mushrooms, eco anxiety, and Gonzo lore. [...] Read More... The post Here’s Why Some Ayahuasca Journeys Hit Harder Than Others appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
FDA Grants Breakthrough Therapy Designation to The Psychedelic Luvesilocin for Postpartum Depression
The U.S. The post FDA Grants Breakthrough Therapy Designation to The Psychedelic Luvesilocin for Postpartum Depression appeared first on Psychedelic Health.