The renaissance of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy

Abstract

Globally, the revival of psychedelic substances for the treatment of mental health conditions has evolved. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have been investigated. During the 1950s to 1970s psychedelics were regarded as drugs of abuse. Recent clinical trials have shown the efficacy of these substances. The probable harms of psychedelics are from cases where illicit substances were used in non-medical settings. The different types of psychedelics in the treatment of mental health conditions are discussed.