The F.D.A. recently gave permission for large-scale trials of the drug MDMA, or ecstasy. Research and previous trials has shown the drug being effective in treating PTSD. Today we will look into illegal substances and their possible futures as prescription medications.
Guests:
Rick Doblin, Founder and Executive Director, Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies
Nicholas Blackston, marine veteran, served in Iraq, Participant in the MDMA drug trial
Dr. Anthony Bossis, Co-Principal Investigator for NYU's Psilocybin Cancer Anxiety Study