Psychedelics in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders: What Clinicians Need to Know (Enduring Material)-Webinar Recording

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In this webinar titled "Psychedelics in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders: What Clinicians Need to Know," Dr. Karen Drexler introduces the topic and outlines the learning objectives. The presentation is accredited for continuing medical education. Dr. Charles Pettenger presents an overview of the field, discussing the definition of psychedelics, their molecular structures, and pharmacological actions in the brain. He summarizes the research on the use of psychedelics for treating substance use disorders, highlighting the potential benefits and risks associated with their use. The video also features discussions by other experts, including Dr. Pittenger, who addresses the challenges and biases in psychedelic research studies, and Dr. Muthukumaraswamy, who discusses the difficulty in measuring and defining subjective experiences induced by psychedelics. Dr. Appelbaum explores the ethical challenges in obtaining informed consent and designing trial protocols for psychedelic treatments, while Dr. Volkow emphasizes the need for rigorous research and responsible use. Dr. Madras highlights the importance of learning from past experiences and considering the policy implications of legalizing psychedelics. Overall, the experts agree that more research is needed to determine the efficacy and safety of psychedelics and to ensure ethical use in clinical practice.

Keywords

Psychedelics

Treatment

Substance Use Disorders

Clinicians

Continuing Medical Education

Research

Benefits

Risks

Challenges

Subjective Experiences

Informed Consent

Efficacy

Safety

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