Ep. 52 - Dr. Rick Doblin on Psychedelics, MDMA Therapy & the Future of Mental Health

Dr. Rick Doblin, founder of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), joins the Prime Talks podcast to explore the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health treatment. He discusses the therapeutic applications of MDMA, LSD, and other psychedelics, particularly in treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Rick emphasizes the importance of therapy, integration, and community in ensuring safe and effective psychedelic experiences while also addressing the regulatory challenges that lie ahead.As psychedelic research gains mainstream attention, Rick was recently featured on The Joe Rogan Experience, helping to shed light on the growing movement toward psychedelic-assisted therapy. In this conversation, he shares insights into the history of psychedelics, the path to FDA approval for MDMA-assisted therapy, and the intersection of psychedelics and business. He also explores how these substances can enhance creativity, foster deeper connections, and contribute to conflict resolution. Looking ahead, Rick discusses the future of psychedelic therapy, including its potential applications in pediatric mental health and his vision for a more interconnected and compassionate world.Prime Talks is filmed in support of pediatric mental health. To learn more, please visit: https://primequadrant.com/social-impact/Rick Doblin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickdoblin/X (Twitter): https://x.com/RickDoblinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickdoblinphd/MAPS:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mapsnews/X (Twitter): https://x.com/MAPSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maps__org/Website: https://maps.org/Psychedelic Science 2025 Denver: https://www.psychedelicscience.org/Follow Prime Quadrant for more content and updates:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prime-quadrant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primequadrantcorp/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/PrimeQuadrantSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5f6bAOyvWwTVoEU93NJOMr?si=5914d02ab9f04f1d Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/prime-talks/id1615803637 Website: /www.primequadrant.com#PrimeTalks #RickDoblin #Psychedelics #MDMATherapy #MentalHealth #PsychedelicResearch #MAPS #MDMA #LSD #PTSDRecovery_________________________________All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own and do not reflect the views of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason. The material contained in any of Prime Quadrant’s video productions is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation. For more information, visit www.primequadrant.com.Unless otherwise specified, references to “Prime Quadrant” are intended to mean the Prime Quadrant group of companies. The firms that comprise the Prime Quadrant group of companies include Prime Quadrant Corp. and Prime Quadrant US, LLC. Each firm provides specific services in a particular geographic area and is subject to the laws and professional regulations of the particular country or countries in which it operates.