VA launches MDMA‐assisted mental health therapy trial
Mental Health Weekly June 1, 2026 Peer reviewed DOI: 10.1002/mhw.34891
Summary
A clinical trial by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is evaluating the safety and efficacy of MDMA-assisted therapy for severe mental health disorders, specifically targeting posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder.
Study at a glance
| Design | clinical trial |
|---|---|
| Population | individuals with severe mental health disorders, including PTSD and alcohol use disorder |
Abstract
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched a clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of MDMA‐assisted therapy for treating severe mental health disorders, including posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder, a news release announced May 26.