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How can clinicians ethically integrate psychedelic medicines when treating mental health? That question is at the core of a consensus report published in June by JAMA Network Open. The answers were developed during a 2023 multidisciplinary meeting of experts and interested parties, who came to a consensus on 20 key points across five ethical issues. I was honored to represent ORTUS Foundation at this 2.5-day meeting. This is both a hopeful and crucial moment in the history of mental health. Clinicians and policymakers must take the challenges ahead seriously. We must also keep focus on the rich cultural histories and traditions that inform contemporary medical uses of psychedelic medicines. Representation and inclusivity will help illuminate an equitable path forward. Read the full consensus report: https://lnkd.in/dbwAG_x7

Another report, this time from the government of Denmark, showing that MDMA is proven to be effective and safe for PTSD. https://lnkd.in/eBP4GaJc Key findings of the report include: Harm from recreational ecstasy use in the Netherlands is limited, with no or very low dependence liability, no clinically relevant persistent cognitive deficits, and a limited number of serious incidents. MDMA-assisted therapy appears to be an effective and safe treatment for chronic and treatment-resistant PTSD patients. With approximately 400,000 people suffering from PTSD and less than 25% receiving evidence-based trauma treatment, there is a significant unmet need for PTSD treatment. The Dutch government should facilitate the introduction and use of MDMA-assisted therapy as soon as possible. Given the unlikely registration of this treatment with the European Medicines Agency soon, the committee proposes starting a large naturalistic study to provide MDMA treatment to those who need it most and to monitor PTSD patients receiving MDMA. #MDMA #psychedelics #PTSD #Denmark #MDMAassistedtherapy

In this enlightening video, Amy Johnson shares insights into the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy. Our mission at Fluence is to equip clinicians with the tools and knowledge needed to help their patients navigate beyond pain and adversity through psychedelic therapy. Reflecting on the pivotal role psychedelics play in transcending trauma, Amy highlights their profound impact. We move beyond discussions, offering practical tools and evidence-based approaches to integrate psychedelic therapy into professional practice. Discover how psychedelics create a spacious environment for healing and growth, fostering connection and resilience in individuals: fluencetraining.com #PsychedelicTherapy #HealingJourney #BeyondTrauma #MentalHealthAwareness

According to Smith et al. (2021): Creating an organisational culture that recognises VT as a normal potential outcome of conducting qualitative research and supports researchers to identify and manage it is key to reducing risk. What is your organisation doing to normalise vicarious trauma? https://lnkd.in/gmagpaEN #vicarioustrauma #research #Australia Erin Smith Julie Ann Pooley Lisa Holmes Sally Baker Dr Phillipa Bellemore Tebeje Molla

News Update Collaboration across the primary and specialist care interface in Early Intervention in Psychosis services: a qualitative study http://ow.ly/rX8r105K2E6

"I'm a real big believer of people coming into therapy with a lot of dignity; that it is not something to be pathologized. Because of different ways the brain is wired, we [all] are very vulnerable to get stuck in weird patterns. There's all sorts of science behind that. That's my favorite use of science, is for de-shaming." -- Just a sampling of psychologist Tori Olds' enriching words of education and encouragement in our final episode of Therapy at Work from Recalibrate. In this final episode of our mini-series, we talk to clinical psychologist Tori Olds of Deep Eddy Therapy about where to begin if you're ready for therapy -- how to identify if it might be time to seek professional help, how to find a provider, how to get the most out of the work, and more. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gSaCwK9t #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #workplacementalhealth #mentalhealth

"Studies examining the potential psychologic manifestations of adults with EA have also been conducted. In an online survey study of 92 adults with EA/TEF (a thematic analysis exploring the psychological well-being of adults born with EA), 5 themes were generated during the analysis: ‘Negative Experience with Healthcare Professionals,’ ‘The Perception of Surgical Scars,’ ‘The Psychosocial Consequences of Dysphagia,’ ‘The Legacy of Medical Trauma,’ and ‘Resilience in the Face of Adversity." #raredisease #rarediseaseawareness

As a collective, we are ready to talk about trauma, to heal from it, and enter the space of post-traumatic growth and innovation that naturally comes through the process. Nearly a decade ago, that wasn’t the case. When I first built my trauma clinics in Singapore, trauma was a dirty word. My research showed that if I wanted to inspire people to opt into trauma healing, I had to package the treatments without usuing the word trauma at all. And that if I wanted to create an integrated healthcare system where physicians and specialists would refer their traumatized patients to our clinics, I had to communicate through the lens of biopsychosocial health and neuroscience. And so I did. Nearly a decade into my journey, it’s wonderful to see the arc of evolution. The whole world is talking about trauma. It’s finally becoming safe to look under the hood of our symptoms, diagnosis and general dysfunction. As clinical models began to become more trauma-aware, I decided it was time to bring traumawork to new spaces, so it could reach beyond the treatment room, busted healthcare systems, and become part of community, Organizations and daily life. The journey continues. ➡️Thank you Yana Fry for inviting me onto Yana TV to discuss my journey bringing trauma-work to Singapore and beyond. #trauma #traumainformed #healthcare #culturetransformation #globalhealth #futureofhealthcare #innovation Link to full episode in comments.

Why is it so important to have appropriately trained psychedelic-assisted therapists? In 2003, Okiishi et al. found that a good therapist can contribute to therapeutic outcomes that are 10 times better than those of a bad therapist. When coupled with a psychedelic substance, which makes a patient more susceptible to outside influences, this effect may be magnified. Clerkenwell Health is an expert in designing and delivering psychedelic clinical trials, having worked across 6 different compounds and 14 mental health conditions. These therapies will soon receive market approval, bringing with it a surge in patient demand. It is crucial that we train our workforce now to safely and effectively deliver these therapies in the future. This is where the idea for our Psychedelic Practitioner Foundations Programme came from. Rooted in scientific evidence, our course provides a balanced theoretical foundation for psychedelic-assisted therapy. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eMGh8QWZ

Today, on January 19, 2024, we're witnessing a major breakthrough in psychedelics and therapy! Dr. Ted Cassidy from Australia just gave MDMA in the first-ever non-research, legally sanctioned treatment of MDMA as an official medicine anywhere in the world. This is a huge deal in the history of mental health! I'm hopeful that other countries will follow Australia's lead, and these powerful medicines, like psychedelics, will become legal for professional use worldwide. Big thanks to Mind Medicine Australia and everyone involved in this groundbreaking movement. Now, here's a question: if April 19th is known as "The Bicycle Day," should we start calling January 19th "MDMA Day"? 😎 Cheers, Hardi #inlibrium #psychedelics #psychedelictherapy #change #mentalhealth