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The Science Behind Psychedelic Therapy

The Science Behind Psychedelic Therapy

Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates · Psychopharmacology Institute

September 13, 202515m 55s

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating mechanisms behind psychedelic drugs in psychiatry, examining how substances like psilocybin and LSD work through 5-HT2A receptors to promote neuroplasticity. What if these compounds are hijacking an ancient stress response system designed to help us rapidly adapt to survive?

Faculty: Franklin King, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.