Modern Wisdom #367 - Dr Dan Engle - How MDMA Is Transforming Mental Health
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Sep 4, 2021 Dr. Dan Engle, MD, founder of the Kuya Institute for Transformational Medicine, discusses the revolutionary role of MDMA in mental health treatment. He reveals how MDMA-assisted therapy can address root psychological issues, contrasting it with traditional medication approaches. Engle explores the neurochemical effects of MDMA, highlighting its power to enhance empathy and foster emotional healing. He also emphasizes the importance of trained facilitators in creating safe therapeutic environments and shares insights on the future of psychedelic therapies and their societal implications.
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Rare Credentials
- It's rare for someone in plant medicine to have Western clinical credentials.
- This is changing as psychedelic therapies gain traction in mental healthcare.
Root Causes vs. Symptoms
- Psychiatry has over-relied on pharmaceuticals for treating symptoms, not root causes.
- Psychedelic therapies offer a way to address root causes, unlike symptom-focused medications.
Preparation for Psychedelics
- Start with foundational self-regulation practices like meditation before using psychedelics.
- This prepares you for altered states and helps manage fear and core wounding.
