The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy

Could psychedelics help us heal from trauma and mental illnesses?. Read online

This week on TED.com July 13, 2019

Talk of the week Rick Doblin: The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy 16:32 minutes · Filmed Apr 2019 · Posted Jul 2019 · TED2019 Could psychedelics help us heal from trauma and mental illnesses? Researcher Rick Doblin has spent the past three decades investigating this question, and the results are promising. In this fascinating dive into the science of psychedelics, he explains how drugs like LSD, psilocybin and MDMA affect your brain -- and shows how, when paired with psychotherapy, they could change the way we treat PTSD, depression, substance abuse and more. Watch now »

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Why it's better to be adaptable than smart. Read online

This week on TED.com July 7, 2019

Talk of the week 3 ways to measure your adaptability -- and how to improve it 6:31 minutes · TED Residency When venture investor Natalie Fratto is determining which start-up founder to support, she doesn't just look for intelligence or charisma; she looks for adaptability. In this insightful talk, Fratto shares three ways to measure your "adaptability quotient" -- and shows why your ability to respond to change really matters. Watch now »

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