Bibliograph

Changing our minds, psychedelic sacraments and the new psychotherapy, Don Lattin

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Label

Changing our minds, psychedelic sacraments and the new psychotherapy, Don Lattin

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Changing our minds

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

964293318

Responsibility statement

Don Lattin

Sub title

psychedelic sacraments and the new psychotherapy

Summary

Changing Our Minds is an experiential tour through a social, spiritual and scientific revolution that is redefining our cultures often-confusing relationship with psychoactive substances. Veteran journalist Don Lattin chronicles the inspiring stories of pioneering neuroscientists, psychotherapists, spiritual guides and ordinary people seeking to live healthier lives by combining psychedelic drugs, psychotherapy, and the wise use of ancient plant medicines. In ground-breaking clinical trials, specially trained therapists employ Ecstasy (MDMA) to help U.S. veterans struggling with the psychological aftermath of war. Other psychiatrists in government-approved research offer psilocybin to alcoholics trying to get sober and cancer patients struggling with the existential distress of a life-threatening illness. Meanwhile, new imaging technology has enabled neuroscientists to map the psychedelic brain in real time, deepening our understanding of human consciousness. the essential primer for understanding and navigating this new consciousness-raising territory

Table Of Contents

Wounded warrior -- Chemistry -- Spiritus contra spiritum -- Psychedelic spirituality -- Science of mind -- Dying with consciousness -- Psychedlic medicine -- MDMA on the mountaintop -- False starts and dashed hopes -- Mindsets and minefields -- Vine of the soul -- Into the jungle -- Ibogaine at the crossroads -- Conclusion: Back to the future

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