PSYCHOTHERAPY FOR ADOLESCENTS, CHildren AND ADULTS
Research suggests that the psychedelic drug MDMA, an empathogenic stimulant also known as Molly or ecstasy, can spark changes in the brain that induce a childlike state of neuroplasticity and help forge new neural connections.
(It could well be approved for PTSD by the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration in August after two advanced stage trials showed significant benefits.)
Researchers are also studying other psychedelics as well, like the powerful drug ibogaine.
Read moreThe Department of Veterans Affairs issued a request for applications (RFA) for proposals from its network of VA researchers (in collaboration with academic institutions) to study the use of certain psychedelic compounds in treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression.
Read moreVeterans are turning to psychedelic treatments for PTSD healing.
Read moreAyahuasca, a hallucinogenic brew, draws thousands of people each year — including former soldiers — who are seeking healing from trauma.
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