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#458: The Psychedelic News Hour: New Breakthroughs, Compound Comparisons and Warnings (Psilocybin/LSD/Ayahuasca/N,N-DMT/5-MeO-DMT), Treatment of Trauma, Scalable vs. Unscalable Approaches, Making Sense of “Bad” Trips, and Much More

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The Paradime Shift in Mental Illness

Recent advancements in the treatment of mental illness highlight a significant shift in understanding and approach, particularly concerning treatment-resistant PTSD. Traditional psychiatric training emphasizes the reliance on medication and therapy, warning against discontinuation due to risks of relapse. However, emerging research with MDMA shows promising results—over fifty-three percent of participants with chronic PTSD ceased to meet diagnostic criteria after just three doses in conjunction with psychotherapy. Remarkably, five years later, sixty-seven percent maintained these improvements without additional treatment. This success suggests a transformative approach, emphasizing the cultivation of individuals' innate ability to heal themselves. Instead of solely focusing on external interventions, this paradigm shift encourages recognizing and activating one’s inner healing potential, leading to more sustainable mental health outcomes.

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