Researchers and thought leaders who investigate the potential of psychedelic therapies, including Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, Head of Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, will engage in a compelling exploration of “Psychedelic Therapy in Society: Exploring the Mechanisms of Action and Delivery of Care” at the 18th International Forum on Consciousness May 16-17, 2019, in Madison, WI.
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Researchers and thought leaders who investigate the potential of psychedelic therapies in mental health treatment will gather in Madison, WI May 16-17 to explore "Psychedelic Therapy in Society" at the 18th International Forum on Consciousness. The latest research in psychedelic therapy suggests the potential for a paradigm shift in the approach to treatment of depression, anxiety and certain forms of mental anguish. (Graphic: Business Wire)
The latest research in psychedelic therapy suggests the potential for a paradigm shift in how we approach treatment of depression, anxiety and certain forms of mental anguish. Academic research shows that a single dose in combination with preparation and follow-up could have an impact long after the substance has left the body. Questions remain around what exactly happens in the brain that facilitates such a transformation and how treatment of this nature can scale to meet dramatic need.
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The International Forum on Consciousness is a yearly event dedicated to information-sharing and discussion regarding important—and often challenging—topics related to the exploration of consciousness. It is co-hosted by the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTC Institute) and Promega Corporation. View videos of previous Forums here.
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