Psychedelics, Trauma & the Future of Mental Health: Prof. Jo Neill with Dr. Angela Servis

Описание: What if the future of mental health lies in ancient medicine?

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Angela Servis (Eden Clinic) sits down with Professor Jo Neill — psychopharmacology expert and advocate for drug policy reform — to explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances like psilocybin, ayahuasca, ketamine, and MDMA in treating trauma, addiction, and end-of-life distress.

🔍 Topics we explore:

Why psychedelic therapies are showing promise for PTSD, addiction, and depression

How UK drug policy is blocking research and access

Indigenous roots of plant medicines and the risks of Western appropriation

Why group settings, spiritual context, and "set and setting" matter

Heartfelt stories from veterans, cancer patients, and trauma survivors

What needs to change in UK policy to support safe, legal access

🌍 Featuring mentions of: Drug Science, Heroic Hearts Project UK, Therapsil (Canada), The MIND Foundation, and more.

📘 Recommended reading & listening:

Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari

How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan (book + Netflix)

Drug Science podcast

Fellowship of the River by Dr. Joe Tafur

🎫 Upcoming events discussed:

Psychedelics for Trauma in Elite Athletes (Manchester, July 2)

Psychedelics for PTSD (Swanage, June 11)
📌 Learn more: www.drugscience.org.uk
💬 Questions? Drop them below — we’d love to hear from you.

#PsychedelicMedicine #MentalHealth #DrugPolicy #PTSD #TraumaHealing #Psilocybin #Ayahuasca #Ketamine #EndOfLifeCare #EdenClinic

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