Handbook of Medical Hallucinogens

This handbook explores the potential of psychedelics to treat mental health conditions, including PTSD, depression, and substance use disorders, and provides a comprehensive review of the scientific literature on their neurobiological mechanisms, clinical effects, therapeutic potential, risks, and anthropological and historical contexts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 582 pages
Publication date: 17 January 2023
Publisher: Guilford Publications

This comprehensive handbook delves into the promising applications of psychedelics in the treatment of various psychiatric challenges, including posttraumatic stress disorder, major depression, substance use disorders, and end-of-life anxiety. Drawing upon the expertise of experts from diverse disciplines, the volume provides a synthesized understanding of psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine, and other medical hallucinogens. It comprehensively explores these substances' neurobiological mechanisms, clinical effects, therapeutic potential, risks, and anthropological and historical contexts. Spanning from fundamental scientific principles to practical clinical considerations, the handbook covers key topics such as patient screening and selection, dosage and administration strategies, the structure and conduct of psychedelic-assisted sessions, and the management of adverse reactions. By offering a thorough exploration of these substances' therapeutic potential, this handbook aims to shed light on new avenues for mental health care and provide valuable insights for professionals working in the field.

Weight: 922g
Dimension: 254 x 179 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781462551897