The surprising new treatment for mental illness - Anees Bahji
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In 1943, chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally exposed himself to a drug he derived from ergot fungus and recorded its unexpected, mind-altering effects. The drug, lysergic acid diethylamide— or LSD— was soon heralded for its psychiatric potential. But how do LSD and other psychedelic drugs affect the body? And can they actually be medicinal? Anees Bahji explores the science of psychedelics.
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How to Change your Mind by Michael Pollan details the author's experience researching the history and cultural significance of psychedelics, and also his personal journey with their therapeutic impact. MAPS, or the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, explores the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, alongside the Hefter Research Institute. Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris and Dr. Roland Griffiths are experts in the study of the neuroscience behind psychedelics and altered states of consciousness. Fantastic Fungi provides insights into the contemporary psychedelic movement in documentary form.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Anees Bahji
- Directed by
- Rowena Sheehan
- Composer
- Cem Misirlioglu, Work Play Work
- Sound Designer
- André Aires, Work Play Work
- Director of Production
- Gerta Xhelo
