Joanna Kempner

Joanna Kempner, Ph.D., is an associate professor at Rutgers University and the author of 'Psychedelic Outlaws.' She delves into the groundbreaking work of ClusterBusters, a nonprofit exploring psychedelics' potential to alleviate cluster headaches. The conversation highlights the lack of funding for these urgent medical needs and the vital role of patient advocacy. Kempner also discusses the innovative use of internet communities for sharing knowledge and the community's strength in finding hope and healing amidst chronic pain challenges, all while navigating ethical dilemmas in research.

Renowned sociologist Joanna Kempner discusses using psychedelics for severe pain disorders, highlighting research on therapeutic benefits. The chapter explores the role of outlaws in advancing psychedelic medicine and the challenges in implementing such treatments for conditions like migraine and cluster headaches.