This video series delves into the science behind MDMA therapy, explains the process step-by-step, and addresses common myths and misconceptions. By sharing the facts, I hope to break the stigma surrounding MDMA therapy and help others understand its potential. While MDMA is not yet legal for therapeutic use, through education and awareness, we can push for FDA approval and make this transformative treatment accessible to those who need it most, which could be you or someone you know.
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Week 1 : The basics of MDMA therapy for PTSD
What is MDMA?
PTSD statistics in the U.S.
2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
National Children's Alliance statistics on child abuse
What is MDMA therapy for PTSD?
MDMA therapy for PTSD Phase 3 clinical trial research
PTSD statistics in the U.S.
2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
National Children's Alliance statistics on child abuse
What is MDMA therapy for PTSD?
MDMA therapy for PTSD Phase 3 clinical trial research
Week 2 : The science and myths of MDMA therapy
Week 3 : What is MDMA therapy and how does it work?
Week 4 : Expert opinions and famous supporters of MDMA therapy
Dr. Rick Doblin's April 2019 Ted Talk: "The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy"
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
Tim Ferriss on MDMA-assisted therapy
"Tim Ferriss, the Man Who Put His Money Behind Psychedelic Medicine," The New York Times, Sep. 9, 2019
Tim Ferriss on X
Michael Pollan's book: "How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence"
"Michael Pollan on the Psychedelic Renaissance and Netflix’s New ‘How to Change Your Mind’ Documentary," Time, July 12, 2022
"Deepak Chopra and the New Psych Revolution," The Austin Chronicle, March 10, 2023
"Deepak Chopra says he wants to bring awareness to psychedelics as a potential source of mind-body healing," CNBC, May 18, 2023
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk's book "The Body Keeps the Score"
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk on MDMA-assisted therapy
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
Tim Ferriss on MDMA-assisted therapy
"Tim Ferriss, the Man Who Put His Money Behind Psychedelic Medicine," The New York Times, Sep. 9, 2019
Tim Ferriss on X
Michael Pollan's book: "How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence"
"Michael Pollan on the Psychedelic Renaissance and Netflix’s New ‘How to Change Your Mind’ Documentary," Time, July 12, 2022
"Deepak Chopra and the New Psych Revolution," The Austin Chronicle, March 10, 2023
"Deepak Chopra says he wants to bring awareness to psychedelics as a potential source of mind-body healing," CNBC, May 18, 2023
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk's book "The Body Keeps the Score"
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk on MDMA-assisted therapy
Week 5 : MDMA therapy on the screen and current status
"Trip of Compassion" on Vimeo
"MDMA Therapy Inches Closer to Approval," The New York Times, Sep. 14, 2023
"Psychedelics may help treat PTSD—and the VA is intrigued," National Geographic, Feb. 13, 2024
"How to Change Your Mind" on Netflix
Dr. Rick Doblin's April 2019 Ted Talk "The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy"
FDA's Aug. 15, 2017, letter to MAPS granting Breakthrough Therapy designation for MDMA-assisted therapy
MAPS Aug. 9, 2024, Statement on FDA Complete Response Letter on MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD New Drug Application
MDMA therapy research in Canada
MDMA therapy research in Israel
MDMA therapy in Australia
"MDMA: Australia begins world-first psychedelic therapy," BBC, June 30, 2023
"MDMA Therapy Inches Closer to Approval," The New York Times, Sep. 14, 2023
"Psychedelics may help treat PTSD—and the VA is intrigued," National Geographic, Feb. 13, 2024
"How to Change Your Mind" on Netflix
Dr. Rick Doblin's April 2019 Ted Talk "The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy"
FDA's Aug. 15, 2017, letter to MAPS granting Breakthrough Therapy designation for MDMA-assisted therapy
MAPS Aug. 9, 2024, Statement on FDA Complete Response Letter on MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD New Drug Application
MDMA therapy research in Canada
MDMA therapy research in Israel
MDMA therapy in Australia
"MDMA: Australia begins world-first psychedelic therapy," BBC, June 30, 2023
Week 6 : History of MDMA therapy
Alexander Shulgin on Wikipedia
1985: CBS News Discovers Ecstacy
"U.S. Will Ban 'Ecstacy,' a Hallucinogenic Drug," The New York Times, June 1, 1985
DEA Drug Scheduling
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
MAPS: MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD
MAPS: A Multi-Site Phase 3 Study of MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD
FDA's Aug. 15, 2017, letter to MAPS granting Breakthrough Therapy designation for MDMA-assisted therapy
"FDA Designates MDMA As 'Breakthrough Therapy' For Post-Traumatic Stress," Forbes, Aug. 28, 2017
"MDMA Successfully Treats PTSD in Another Phase 3 Trial Sponsored by MAPS," Psychedelic Spotlight, Sep. 14, 2023
Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research
Imperial College London Centre for Psychedelic Research
University of California San Francisco Translational Psychedelic Research Program
NYU Langone Health’s Center for Psychedelic Medicine
University of British Columbia B.R.A.I.N. Lab
1985: CBS News Discovers Ecstacy
"U.S. Will Ban 'Ecstacy,' a Hallucinogenic Drug," The New York Times, June 1, 1985
DEA Drug Scheduling
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
MAPS: MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD
MAPS: A Multi-Site Phase 3 Study of MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD
FDA's Aug. 15, 2017, letter to MAPS granting Breakthrough Therapy designation for MDMA-assisted therapy
"FDA Designates MDMA As 'Breakthrough Therapy' For Post-Traumatic Stress," Forbes, Aug. 28, 2017
"MDMA Successfully Treats PTSD in Another Phase 3 Trial Sponsored by MAPS," Psychedelic Spotlight, Sep. 14, 2023
Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research
Imperial College London Centre for Psychedelic Research
University of California San Francisco Translational Psychedelic Research Program
NYU Langone Health’s Center for Psychedelic Medicine
University of British Columbia B.R.A.I.N. Lab
Week 7 : Case study
Michael Pollan's book: "How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence"
"Trip of Compassion" on Vimeo
MAPS manual for MDMA-assisted therapy
MAPS playlist of music for MDMA-assisted therapy
• Set A on Spotify
• Set B on Spotify
"Understanding Intergenerational Trauma and Its Effects on Mental Health" on verywell mind
"Trip of Compassion" on Vimeo
MAPS manual for MDMA-assisted therapy
MAPS playlist of music for MDMA-assisted therapy
• Set A on Spotify
• Set B on Spotify
"Understanding Intergenerational Trauma and Its Effects on Mental Health" on verywell mind
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or therapist. The content in my videos and these links is for informational purposes only, and nothing is intended as legal, professional, or medical advice in any capacity.