The ‘New Science’ Of Psychedelics

Psychedelic drugs are undergoing a surprising renaissance; they’re now being used to treat depression, addiction, and the existential fear of death faced by many people with cancer

Many people are afraid of having a “bad trip,” but bad trips can be incredibly productive if faced correctly – think of them more as “challenging trips”

However, the personality trait of “openness” seems to increase after having a psychedelic experience, no matter your age

Personality seldom changes once you’re over 25-years-old

When someone takes psilocybin, the part of the brain that’s associated with the ego temporarily shuts down

Mental healthcare in the U.S. is broken – psychedelics may just save the day