HMP Global June 4, 2023
In his Psych Congress Elevate 2023 session “Expanding Treatment Options Through Psychedelics—What You Need to Know,” David S. Mathai, MD, postdoctoral research fellow, Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, took a deep dive into how clinicians can educate their patients about psychedelics and help them make informed decisions about their use.
In this Q&A, Dr Mathai gave Psych Congress Network a behind-the-scenes look into his session, the history of psychedelics, and why psychedelics represent a “unique psychiatric paradigm.”
Evi Arthur, Associate Digital Editor, Psych Congress Network: What were the main takeaways from your session “Expanding Treatment Options through Psychedelics – What You Need to Know”?
David S. Mathai, MD: There is...