The Manipulation of Mental Health Treatments

Pharmaceutical companies and tech giants, like Google, are heavily invested in mental health treatments that often prioritize profit over genuine care. The discussion highlights concerns regarding the dependency created by medications like antidepressants and the emerging interest in alternatives like psilocybin. There is a parallel drawn between current trends and past patterns, highlighting that excitement around new substances might lead to similar consequences as previous medications touted as harmless, such as Xanax and opiates, which ultimately caused widespread addiction problems. This ongoing cycle suggests a need for caution and more thorough research before fully embracing psilocybin as a standard treatment.