Magic mushrooms going mainstream?
In this Aug. 3, 2007, file photo magic mushrooms are seen in a grow room at the Procare farm in Hazerswoude, central Netherlands. AP Photo/Peter Dejong
Recently, psychoactive drugs, such as psilocybin from mushrooms and LSD for example, are being studied by scientists for their use in the treatment of anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. In recent years, there’s been a renewed interest in the mental health benefits of these drugs, and some states are working to decriminalize them.
GUESTS
Dr. Harriet de Witt
Professor of psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience
Dr. Geoff Bathje
Professor at Adler University and Psychologist at Sana Healing Collective, which consults with people who use psychedelics
Ajooni
Artist who has used psychedelics for healing purposes
Justin Wigg
Marine Corps Vet who’s used psychedelics to treat issues related to anger and PTSD