Microdosing Becomes Popular Field of Research

Microdosing has become a very popular field of research in the last few years. More studies are highlighting the benefits of taking small quantities of psychedelic compounds. 

The effects of taking these compounds, such as boosting mood, bringing emotional balance, improving cognitive performance, treating mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and PTSD, are well documented. PTSD can affect people who have experienced trauma from a distressing, dangerous, or shocking experience. People suffering from PTSD often experience flashbacks and nightmares, making their everyday life difficult.

The most common treatments for PTSD are cognitive processing therapy or antidepressants. Many people don't respond to these treatments, and can't stop taking them without very adverse effects. This highlights the need for new, more effective treatments. 

Now Autistics are also set to benefit from Microdosing with numerous Studies using novel treatments and compounds coming into mainstream acceptance.

In a new study, Psychopharmacology, MDMA was found to be an effective option for autistic people with social anxiety. The small study involved 12 people, all autistic. Those that had two sessions of MDMA-assisted therapy had a greater reduction of anxiety than those who had the placebo. 

There were no adverse reactions to the MDMA therapy. Some participants reported similar side effects to what they have in previous research, such as fatigue, headaches, and sensitivity to temperature. Participants said they felt fewer issues while interacting at school, at work, or in their friendships.

This study continues the research into MDMA on anxiety disorders. In 2018, a study into how MDMA addressed PTSD, the 26 participants had no PTSD symptoms a year after therapy. More research is being published about the effects of other compounds too. LSD makes more connections to others, and ketamine used to treat depression. DMT, derived from ayahuasca and thought to be the most psychedelic and hallucinogenic compound in the world, also has therapeutic benefits for trauma, depression, and other mental health issues.  

If you'd like to find out more about Microdosing and Integrating Therapies using these compounds, please reach out to us for further information and guidance.