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PTSD and psychoactive drugs: MDMA treatment shows potential, but others lack evidence – Micky News
Can psychoactive drugs be used to treat mental health problems? The idea has been around for years, and recently received some attention in the media. Interest
Interest in the potential of drugs such as MDMA (scientific name 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine), ketamine, psilocybin and LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) has been growing among scientists and doctors, as well as the wider community.
However, there is still debate among experts about whether these drugs are safe and effective. In a new study, we reviewed the state of the evidence for using these drugs in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
How PTSD is treated now
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