Translating Psychedelic Experiences Into Targeted Health Outcomes: Optimism And Concern
Executive Summary
A panel of executives, academics and experts discussed the potential for psychedelic therapies, such as MDMA and psilocybin, to revolutionize behavioral health in a recent Demy Colton virtual salon. But with nearly 50 publicly traded companies now developing psychedelics, some panelists expressed concern about a rush to market, and “competition and domination” harshening the buzz.
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