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Psychedelics: A Complex Legacy
This chapter examines the contemporary resurgence of interest in psychedelics, particularly focusing on the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and the potential financial motivations driving the movement. It delves into historical connections between psychedelic experimentation, government intelligence operations, and the counterculture of the 1960s, raising concerns about the therapeutic claims of substances like MDMA and LSD. The chapter also critiques the biases in psychedelic research and contrasts traditional mental health approaches with alternative therapies amidst the backdrop of past and ongoing controversies.