Anthropology

Psychedelics and identity politics

I suggest that the ban [on psychedelics] also impacts the realm of identity politics. Since psychedelics are deeply entwined with some individuals’ sense of personal identity, [how do we]… address the systematic discrimination against psychedelic use and psychedelic interests[?] Linking the struggle for social justice across identity categories, intersectionality resists discrimination based on race, gender,…

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Psychology

Is Psychiatry Ready for MDMA?

In Australia, Doctor Gillinder Bedi is head of Substance Use Research at Orgyen, the National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health. She’s… published a paper titled, “Is Psychiatry Ready for MDMA?” ​Original Article (ABC.net.au):‘Is Psychiatry Ready for MDMA?’Artwork Fair Use by: MAPS

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Anthropology

How to Grow Sassafras in a Container

Sassafras (Sassafras albidum) is a tree with a long history in North American culture. Once introduced to the European colonists, sassafras was cultivated for use in tea, soap, root beer and oil. Grown primarily for its bark and roots, sassafras has also been planted for its beautiful fall foliage, turning bright orange, red and pink…

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Science

LSD: A wonder drug once again?

“Maybe it’s time to take a sober, careful, scientific look at these medicines,” Dr. Bossis said, “to revisit, are they helpful? Are they safe? Are they effective?” With more clinical trials on the horizon, researchers hope to open more minds about the potential of psychedelic drugs, one trip at a time. Dinah Bazer beat ovarian…

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Psychology

Psychedelics panel invited to mainstream healthcare conference

After many years of dormancy, research and public interest in psychedelics has expanded. Once-obscure topics, such as ayahuasca, now receive major media coverage in stories claiming psychological benefits, and the public routinely hears about MDMA and other substances… The need for training of mental health professionals in various competency areas related to psychedelics is increasingly…

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