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Psychedelic Art of the 60s The aesthetic of most psychedelic art created during the 1960s counterculture movement is so distinct and iconic that even those who weren’t alive at that time can identify it. Many creative works produced during an era well-known for artists who were inspired by their mystical experiences with psychedelics are still […]
By Amelia Walsh
Medical Editor: Dr. Benjamin Malcolm, PharmD, MPH, BCPP In recent years, ketamine and the innovation of its use for treating different forms of depression has become increasingly more interesting as it is evident that it can provide rapid relief to persons with treatment-resistant depression. Depression is the most common cause of disability, but many people […]
By Amelia Walsh
As the self-proclaimed “Live Music Capital Of The World,” Austin, Texas has hosted some of the most notable music festivals that draw an international crowd year after year. Events such as SXSW (South by Southwest), ACL (Austin City Limits Festival), Fun Fun Fun Fest, and many other seemingly endless popular productions host some of the […]
By Amelia Walsh
If you’ve been looking into psychedelic therapy to treat any number of conditions or for personal growth purposes, you are likely curious about how you can be sure of your safety during the therapeutic process. Just like any form of treatment for mental and physical health, trained practitioners should take certain safety measures to ensure […]
By Amelia Walsh
A psychedelic renaissance is underway, and coming alongside it is a continually increasing public and scientific interest in these fascinating substances. Research has shown promising evidence for the safety and efficacy of psychedelic therapies, and new efforts are being theorized and proposed each day. Curious about some of the exciting studies currently underway? There are […]
By Amelia Walsh
It’s not uncommon to hear that people frequently use drugs at music festivals. Sometimes, due to contaminants unknown to those consuming these substances, complications with mental or physical health arise. Law enforcement and on-site medical teams usually support the concept of drug testing services as a measure of harm reduction. Unfortunately, festival promoters resist acknowledging […]
By Amelia Walsh
In the 1960s, the counterculture movement became a catalyst for social change as a new generation stood in collective defiance to oppressive social institutions and the ego-driven mentality of the past. The effects of psychedelics significantly influenced the counterculture ideology, which was driven by empathy, unity, and demands for social change and an end to […]
By Amelia Walsh
As research continues to reveal psychedelic medicine’s potential to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, more therapists are undergoing training to accommodate the growing public interest in alternatives to conventional pharmaceuticals. There are many people learning about psychedelic therapy and think it might help, but are not sure what or whom to look […]
By Amelia Walsh
Whether you’ve already embarked on a personal journey with psychedelic healing, are considering it, or are about to begin, you may be wondering how you’ll talk to your parent or parents about it. Since psychedelic work is a sacred and unique process, it requires discernment in who you process and share your experience with. If […]
By Amelia Walsh
Lophophora williamsii (peyote) is a small species of cactus native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is small, round, and spineless, with a flower that develops at the top and produces fruit. Peyote contains mescaline, a psychoactive compound that produces visionary effects. Peyote has been used in religious ceremonies and as a sacramental […]
By Amelia Walsh
Ayahuasca is a brew that combines the Banisteriopsis Caapi vine and leaves from the Psychotria Viridis plant; the leaves activate the component in the vine that produces psychedelic effects. It has been an integral part of spiritual life for many indigenous Amazonian cultures in South America for centuries. Growing awareness of ayahuasca and the transformational […]
By Amelia Walsh
Every year, around 70,000 people gather in the Black Rock Desert in Nevada to form a temporary city (called Black Rock City or BRC) in a semi-circle shape around an enormous effigy of a man that is burned at the end of the week, along with much of the art and community temple. But this […]
By Amelia Walsh