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Michael Pollan and Xand Van Tulleken on the Science of Psychedelics

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Transformative Psychedelics for Terminal Illness

This chapter examines the therapeutic use of psychedelics, especially psilocybin, in helping terminally ill cancer patients confront their existential fears. Through structured drug trials, participants experience profound shifts in their perceptions of death and self, aiding in reevaluation of long-held beliefs. The discussion highlights individual accounts of transformation, emphasizing the potential of psychedelics to reshape the emotional landscape around death and acceptance.

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