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Legalized psychedelics for mental health use
These are legal in certain states for mental health treatment.
Psychedelics are substances that can change the way people see and experience life. They are known to create vivid sights and sounds, influence moods and promote a sense of connection with nature and the world. Psychedelics have been used for thousands of years by diverse cultures across the globe for religious and spiritual purposes.
Recent research on their potential to treat mental and physical health issues has sparked interest in psychedelic-based therapy. Ongoing research suggests that psychedelics may be useful in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. However, more studies are needed to fully understand how best to use them as well as their long-term effects.
In many cases, the advertising of what psychedelics can do doesn’t always match up with the scientific evidence. In other words, some companies or individuals may exaggerate the benefits of psychedelics without the data to back it up. This gap may lead some people interested in psychedelic-based therapy to overlook the risks and complexities involved.
Getting guidance from qualified healthcare providers is the best course of action for people interested in trying psychedelics. Approaching the evolving world of psychedelics by carefully recognizing both the possible benefits and risks is the best way to make informed decisions.
These are legal in certain states for mental health treatment.
Realizing that your teen or young adult child needs help for his or her substance use can be scary and overwhelming. We’re here to help.
Having co-occurring depression and substance use can make both conditions worse and harder to treat. A loved one may use substances to cope with their depression, but this can lead to using more and more of the substance to get relief.
Support can include recognizing that there is a problem; motivating them to get help; navigating the treatment system; and helping them sustain progress in recovery. It can be a significant emotional time and financial commitment, but research shows that family involvement improves outcomes.
Learn more about helpful resources if a loved one has both mental health and substance use disorders, also known as co-occurring disorders, including what to do in the event of an emergency.
What if your child is struggling with substance use and their mental health, like depression anxiety or ADHD, at the same time?
Realizing that your teen or young adult child needs help for his or her substance use can be scary and overwhelming. We’re here to help.
Having co-occurring depression and substance use can make both conditions worse and harder to treat. A loved one may use substances to cope with their depression, but this can lead to using more and more of the substance to get relief.
Support can include recognizing that there is a problem; motivating them to get help; navigating the treatment system; and helping them sustain progress in recovery. It can be a significant emotional time and financial commitment, but research shows that family involvement improves outcomes.
Learn more about helpful resources if a loved one has both mental health and substance use disorders, also known as co-occurring disorders, including what to do in the event of an emergency.
What if your child is struggling with substance use and their mental health, like depression anxiety or ADHD, at the same time?
