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Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences. The image features a silhouetted hand reaching towards a bright white light at the center-right, creating a strong contrast against a dark background. The left side of the image has a hypnotic spiral pattern of alternating dark and light grey lines that converge towards the light, drawing the eye inward. The hand is in the foreground, with fingers spread, and its dark silhouette is sharply outlined against the glowing white light, giving the scene a surreal and dramatic quality. The color scheme is monochromatic, dominated by black, grey, and white tones.

Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences. The image features a silhouetted hand reaching towards a bright white light at the center-right, creating a strong contrast against a dark background. The left side of the image has a hypnotic spiral pattern of alternating dark and light grey lines that converge towards the light, drawing the eye inward. The hand is in the foreground, with fingers spread, and its dark silhouette is sharply outlined against the glowing white light, giving the scene a surreal and dramatic quality. The color scheme is monochromatic, dominated by black, grey, and white tones.

Comparing Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

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- November 15, 2024

Potential of psychedelics. The image shows a cheerful couple in a bright, modern kitchen, engaged with a laptop. The man, wearing glasses and a light blue sweater, is seated and focused on the screen, while the woman stands behind him, smiling and embracing him with her arm over his shoulder. She wears a light pink sweater, creating a soft color contrast with his attire. A vibrant, circular medical symbol (the caduceus) hovers near the laptop, with blue and purple gradients and a glowing effect that adds a futuristic touch to the scene. In the foreground, a glass of orange juice and a few papers suggest a casual, homey environment. The light streaming in from the background adds a warm, inviting feel to the composition, emphasizing the couple's shared interest and engagement in the moment.

Potential of psychedelics. The image shows a cheerful couple in a bright, modern kitchen, engaged with a laptop. The man, wearing glasses and a light blue sweater, is seated and focused on the screen, while the woman stands behind him, smiling and embracing him with her arm over his shoulder. She wears a light pink sweater, creating a soft color contrast with his attire. A vibrant, circular medical symbol (the caduceus) hovers near the laptop, with blue and purple gradients and a glowing effect that adds a futuristic touch to the scene. In the foreground, a glass of orange juice and a few papers suggest a casual, homey environment. The light streaming in from the background adds a warm, inviting feel to the composition, emphasizing the couple's shared interest and engagement in the moment.

18 Articles To Share With Your Friend Who Still Thinks Psychedelics Are Just Hype

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 30, 2024

Sex differences. The image features a pair of hands gently cradling a group of colorful paper-cutout figures representing people. The figures are in various colors, including red, blue, green, pink, orange, and purple, symbolizing diversity and unity. Behind the figures, there are subtle, leafy shapes and sparkles, adding a touch of softness and magic to the background. The background itself is a light, blurred green, evoking a sense of nature and harmony. The composition emphasizes themes of care, community, and inclusivity.

Sex differences. The image features a pair of hands gently cradling a group of colorful paper-cutout figures representing people. The figures are in various colors, including red, blue, green, pink, orange, and purple, symbolizing diversity and unity. Behind the figures, there are subtle, leafy shapes and sparkles, adding a touch of softness and magic to the background. The background itself is a light, blurred green, evoking a sense of nature and harmony. The composition emphasizes themes of care, community, and inclusivity.

Sex Differences in Psychedelic Responses

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 28, 2024

Psilocybin for Lyme Disease. The image depicts a close-up of red, irritated skin with a hand touching the affected area, suggesting discomfort. Surrounding the skin are artistic illustrations of psilocybin mushrooms and abstract blue elements. Though not directly related to Lyme disease, the visual emphasizes skin irritation, a common symptom of Lyme, often presenting as a rash or “bull’s-eye” pattern after a tick bite.

Psilocybin for Lyme Disease. The image depicts a close-up of red, irritated skin with a hand touching the affected area, suggesting discomfort. Surrounding the skin are artistic illustrations of psilocybin mushrooms and abstract blue elements. Though not directly related to Lyme disease, the visual emphasizes skin irritation, a common symptom of Lyme, often presenting as a rash or “bull’s-eye” pattern after a tick bite.

Potential Treatment of Psilocybin for Lyme Disease

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 18, 2024

Sexual function. A close-up of two people lying in bed, their legs intertwined under an off-white blanket loosely covering most of their bodies except their legs and feet, which are exposed. Around the main subjects, a dreamy, colorful border with pastel shades of pink, blue, and green adds a playful and surreal effect. There are also sparkling star-like elements and a soft, cloud-like texture over the border. Lastly, a gold frame around the subjects gives it a polished, decorative look.

Sexual function. A close-up of two people lying in bed, their legs intertwined under an off-white blanket loosely covering most of their bodies except their legs and feet, which are exposed. Around the main subjects, a dreamy, colorful border with pastel shades of pink, blue, and green adds a playful and surreal effect. There are also sparkling star-like elements and a soft, cloud-like texture over the border. Lastly, a gold frame around the subjects gives it a polished, decorative look.

How Do Psychedelics Affect Sexual Experiences?

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 4, 2024

Gmabling disorder. The image shows a martini glass filled with liquid, where two dice are submerged. A splash is frozen mid-action, suggesting the dice were just dropped into the glass. The lighting reflects off the liquid, giving the glass an illuminated glow, with cool blues and warm golden highlights. In the background, psychedelic, wavy lines in vibrant shades of pink, purple, orange, and yellow swirl dramatically, contrasting against a dark blue and black space. The abstract background adds an energetic and playful atmosphere, creating a sense of chance and excitement around the dice, with a retro, neon aesthetic.

Gmabling disorder. The image shows a martini glass filled with liquid, where two dice are submerged. A splash is frozen mid-action, suggesting the dice were just dropped into the glass. The lighting reflects off the liquid, giving the glass an illuminated glow, with cool blues and warm golden highlights. In the background, psychedelic, wavy lines in vibrant shades of pink, purple, orange, and yellow swirl dramatically, contrasting against a dark blue and black space. The abstract background adds an energetic and playful atmosphere, creating a sense of chance and excitement around the dice, with a retro, neon aesthetic.

Will Psychedelics Help Treat Gambling Disorder?

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- September 18, 2024

FDA rejection. A happy couple sitting on a pink couch smiling at a therapist, therapy session, modern living room, blue abstract background.

FDA rejection. A happy couple sitting on a pink couch smiling at a therapist, therapy session, modern living room, blue abstract background.

Nothing Has Changed About the Healing Power of MDMA-Assisted Therapy

Darek Dawda, PhD, CPsych

Research

- September 8, 2024

Psychedelic effects of cannabis. A single vibrant cannabis plant, lush green leaves, set against a swirling, psychedelic green background.

Psychedelic effects of cannabis. A single vibrant cannabis plant, lush green leaves, set against a swirling, psychedelic green background.

Is Cannabis a Psychedelic?

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- August 30, 2024

FDA's decision. A top-down view of documents with a large red 'REJECTED' stamp on a blue background with pills scattered around, scientific document, rejection letter, failed medicine

FDA's decision. A top-down view of documents with a large red 'REJECTED' stamp on a blue background with pills scattered around, scientific document, rejection letter, failed medicine

FDA Rejects Lykos’s NDA for MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- August 21, 2024

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