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A bridge between the Western and Indigenous ways— The curandera, plant medicine, and spirit

Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories

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Navigating Plant Medicine and Mental Health

This chapter examines the complexities of working with individuals undergoing psychiatric treatment and the importance of consulting trained professionals for medication-related concerns. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness, intuitive guidance, and proper integration in the use of plant medicines like MDMA, psilocybin, and ayahuasca for healing trauma. The discussion also highlights potential pitfalls and the significance of individual readiness in therapeutic journeys with powerful psychedelics.

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