Psychedelics and Addiction: A New Frontier

This chapter explores the use of psychedelics, primarily psilocybin, as a potential treatment for addiction, including cocaine and methamphetamine. It discusses the historical stigma surrounding psychedelic research and highlights the need for credible studies to differentiate medicinal uses from recreational abuse. The conversation emphasizes the future of psychedelic therapy in addressing various mental health disorders and the importance of understanding the brain through these compounds.