Do Psychedelic Drug Laws Violate Human Rights?

Do Psychedelic Drug Laws Violate Human Rights?

3/13/2016

link

http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2016/03/psychedelic-drugs/471603/?single_page=true

summary

This article from The Atlantic discusses the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelic drugs. It explores the history of psychedelic research in the 1950s and 60s, as well as its revival in recent years. The article highlights several studies and anecdotes that suggest psychedelic substances such as LSD and psilocybin could be used to treat a range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It also delves into the challenges and controversies surrounding psychedelic research, including legal and societal barriers. The author concludes that while more research is needed, psychedelic drugs have the potential to revolutionize mental health treatment.

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