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MDMA-assisted psychotherapy
Controlled administration of psychoactive drug MDMA to facilitate psychotherapy efficacy
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MDMA-assisted psychotherapy (MDMA-AT) is the use of prescribed doses of MDMA as an adjunct to psychotherapy sessions. MDMA-assisted psychotherapy is an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including complex PTSD (C-PTSD). Furthermore, it is currently under investigation as a treatment for various other mental health disorders, including major depressive disorder, social anxiety in people with autism, alcohol use disorder, and mood disturbances in individuals facing life-threatening illnesses.
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🇺🇸 MDMA Therapy in Australia Shows Results for PTSD Patients, but the Cost Is Limiting AccessThe country’s experiment with psychedelic medicine has led to positive outcomes, psychiatrists say, but also highlights the limitations of the nascent...
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