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Grey Matter with Michael Krasny

Dr. Nolan Williams - The Brain on Psychedelics

Feb 12, 2024
Leading neurologist Dr. Nolan Williams discusses the therapeutic potential of psychedelics for mental health, including Ibogaine for addiction and MDMA for trauma. The podcast explores FDA-approved research, brain plasticity, and the history of psychedelics, highlighting their promising results in non-recreational uses.
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  • Psychedelics show potential in rapid acting treatments for mental health conditions, aligning with urgency in addressing psychiatric issues.
  • Research on Ibogaine demonstrates promising results in treating mental health conditions, emphasizing further research for safety and efficacy.

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Research on Rapid Acting Treatments for Neuropsychiatric Illness

Dr. Nolan Williams discusses the need for rapid acting treatments for neuropsychiatric illnesses, where patients can get well in a matter of days instead of months or years. He emphasizes the importance of aligning psychiatric treatments with the speed at which other acute illnesses are treated, highlighting the urgency in addressing mental health conditions, especially suicide risk, in shorter time frames. Dr. Williams explores the potential of psychedelics and neuromodulation as treatments in achieving this goal.

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