There are many new emerging modalities for treating mental health challenges being discovered every day. Did you know that researchers are making breakthroughs in treating people with PTSD and depression with psychoactive substances? In this episode, we talk with Psychologist Dr. Ryan Stevenson and unpack a whole lot of topics relating to mental health treatment, survivors of sexual assault and abuse, veteran and student mental health, as well as the difference between PTSD and trauma.
Books:
Acid Test: LSD, Ecstasy, and the Power to Heal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0147516374/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U__YkkeCbMDTNPDE
Ecstasy: The Complete Guide: A Comprehensive Look at the Risks and Benefits of MDMA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0892818573/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U__sckeCbZ4F6VGW
Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062429663/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U__cmkeCbXM1V9JC
MAPS involvement in research:
https://maps.org/participate/participate-in-research
https://maps.org/research
https://maps.org/research/mdma/ptsd/phase3
VET: https://vetentheogenic.squarespace.com/
Other Treatment Options: https://heffter.org/
