Can Psychedelic Medicine Fix Our Mental Health Crisis with Rick Doblin

<p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://rupahealth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rupa Health</a>, <a href="https://cozyearth.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cozy Earth</a>, <a href="https://beekeepersnaturals.com/HYMAN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beekeeper’s Naturals</a>, and <a href="https://levels.link/HYMAN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Levels</a>.&nbsp;</p><br><p>We’re in the midst of a psychedelic renaissance. Compounds that have long been considered recreational drugs by conventional standards are finally being recognized through science as powerful tools for overcoming hard-to-treat health issues, like PTSD, depression, addiction, and more. Mental health problems are the number one driver of indirect healthcare costs, loss of productivity, and diminished quality of life. Yet, we aren’t very successful at treating them with modern medicine. This is a pivotal moment for turning the treatment of mental health around as we explore psychedelic medicine.</p><br><p>Today, I’m excited to talk to a leading expert and advocate in the field of psychedelic medicine, Rick Doblin. Rick Doblin, Ph.D., is the founder and executive director of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). He received his doctorate in Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. His professional goal is to help develop legal contexts for the beneficial uses of psychedelics and marijuana, primarily as prescription medicines but also for personal growth for otherwise healthy people, and eventually to become a legally licensed psychedelic therapist.&nbsp;</p><br><p>This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Cozy Earth, Beekeeper’s Naturals, and Levels.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Rupa Health is a place where Functional Medicine practitioners can access more than 2,000 specialty lab tests from over 20 labs like DUTCH, Vibrant America, Genova, and Great Plains. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&amp;A or create an account at <a href="htt