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Could psychedelics help patients in therapy? | Benjamin Lewis
Jul 5, 2024
Benjamin Lewis, a psychiatrist at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, is pioneering clinical trials on psychedelic-assisted therapy. He discusses how psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, shows promise in treating depression and burnout, particularly in group therapy settings. The communal aspect enhances emotional healing, especially for cancer patients and healthcare workers. Lewis emphasizes the need for structured therapeutic frameworks to unlock the full potential of psychedelics, making a case for their transformative role in mental health.
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- Psilocybin-assisted therapy aims to improve mental health conditions like depression and burnout.
- Group psilocybin-assisted therapy enhances connection and leads to sustained improvements in depressive symptoms.
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Psilocybin as a Treatment for Depression and Burnout
Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, is showing promise in treating severe depression and burnout. Psychiatrist Benjamin Lewis explains that psilocybin-assisted therapy helps individuals suffering from depression associated with a cancer diagnosis and frontline healthcare workers experiencing burnout. The treatment aims at reconnecting individuals who feel disconnected from themselves, others, and the world, offering a renewed sense of connection and spirituality.
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