Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine

Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine is a collection of essays that aims to foster accessibility and diversity in psychedelic science, practice, and discourse by addressing and dismantling sexist, heteronormative, transphobic, and homophobic forms of oppression in the psychedelic community. The book presents insights into cultural heritages and historical contexts, implications for research and clinical work, and discussions of the healing potential of psychedelic medicine for marginalized communities. It also delves into the dark history of psychedelic conversion therapy and highlights promising research showing substances such as MDMA and psilocybin can offer life-changing experiences for these communities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Synergetic Press

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is gaining popularity in popular culture and through policy reforms, and Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine aims to foster accessibility and diversity in psychedelic science, practice, and discourse. By addressing and dismantling sexist, heteronormative, transphobic, and homophobic forms of oppression in the psychedelic community, this collection lays groundwork for an inclusive future. Edited by researchers and authors Alexander B. Belser, PhD, Clancy Cavnar, PsyD, and Beatriz C. Labate, PhD, Queering Psychedelics features a broad range of perspectives from queer academic researchers, LGBTQIA+ clinicians, and indigenous and transgender advocates. Each of the 38 essays, from some of the contemporary movements most influential leaders, including Terrence Ching, PhD, Kile Ortigo, PhD, and Diana Quinn, ND, presents insights into cultural heritages and historical contexts, implications for research and clinical work, and discussions of the healing potential of psychedelic medicine. Covering topics of consent, privilege, intersectionality and identity, Queering Psychedelics grapples with how modern psychedelic research might address the unique needs and traumas of sexual and gender minorities—populations that can suffer from challenging mental health conditions brought on by social exclusion, pathologization, criminalization, and stigmatization. This book delves into the dark history of psychedelic conversion therapy while illuminating promising research showing substances including MDMA and psilocybin can offer life-changing experiences for marginalized communities. Queering Psychedelics integrates indigenous outlooks on psychedelics, gender roles, and identity while aligning them with those of other marginalized.

Dimension: 228 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781957869032