#0060 – How Hallucinogenic Drugs are Becoming a Viable Treatment for Mental Health Issues

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How Hallucinogenic Drugs Are Becoming A Viable Treatment For Mental Health

Hallucinogenic drugs have been used for centuries for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Recently, some drugs have been studied as potential treatments for various mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. This blog post will discuss the history of hallucinogenic drugs, how they are used in mainstream health care today, and their potential benefits and risks. 

History of Hallucinogenic Drugs 

Hallucinogens are substances that alter consciousness and perception by causing hallucinations. Commonly known hallucinogens include LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide), mescaline (found in peyote cacti), psilocybin (found in certain mushrooms), and MDMA (ecstasy or molly). Many cultures have used these drugs throughout history to achieve altered states of consciousness or treat various illnesses. In modern times, however, hallucinogenic drugs have been viewed with suspicion due to their use as recreational drugs.   

Recent Research on the Benefits of Hallucinogenic Drugs 

In recent years, there has been increasing interest in studying the therapeutic potential of psychedelics such as LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, and ayahuasca (a psychedelic beverage brewed from Amazonian plants). A growing body of research suggests that these substances may be beneficial in treating various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), addiction disorders and end-of-life distress. While more research is needed to understand these treatments’ efficacy fully, initial findings suggest that they may offer real benefits to those with a mental illness.    

Potential Risks Associated with Psychedelic Drug Use 

It’s important to note that psychedelic drugs can also cause serious side effects, including confusion, paranoia, nausea, vomiting and even psychosis. For this reason, it is essential that they only be taken under the supervision of a qualified medical professional who can monitor the patient’s reaction to the drug. Additionally, patients must refrain from driving or operating machinery while under the influence of a psychedelic drug to avoid potentially dangerous situations or accidents.     Conclusion:  Overall, it appears that hallucinogenic drugs may offer real therapeutic benefits to those who have a mental illness when taken responsibly under the supervision of a qualified medical professional. While more research needs to be done before these treatments become widely accepted by mainstream healthcare providers, it is clear that there is excellent potential for psychedelic drug treatments in addressing various mental health issues among readers and writers alike. With more research and understanding of this area, we could see significant advancements in mental health treatment options worldwide.   Well, that’s it for another week. Remember to hit the like button and subscribe straight for future posts to go straight into your inbox for future publications. 

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An LGBTQ+ writer living and working in Birmingham UK. A published writer whose new book (due Summer 2022) a memoir tells of how he as a young man in an Edinburgh slum from 1970 - 1990s fought through poverty, violent abuse, the Mormon Church, the British Army, marriage and fatherhood. Whilst all the while struggling to understand his sexuality and inner spirituality leading him to make a decision that could shatter his life and the lives of those he loves most. Will the weight of the past drag him back down? Or will he rise and triumph against all the odds? He has written short stories on of which titled 'Oh Mum' a fiction based on actual events published in an online magazine at http://shortsmagazine.com in the Summer 2021 edition. He has written a clutch of Flash Fiction, poems, a radio comedy, and has a weekly blog on his website http://www.tomgalewriter.com He lives with his partner and are engaged to be married.

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