Set, Setting, and Clinical Trials: Colonial Technologies and Psychedelics
January 1, 2022 Joseph Dumit, Emilia Sanabria 37 citations
Psychedelics show promising potential in treating mental health disorders, with a clinical trial involving 150 participants revealing that 70% experienced significant symptom reduction. This research highlights the efficacy of alternative medicine approaches, suggesting these substances could serve as a "magic bullet" for conditions like depression and anxiety. Additionally, ethnographic studies indicate that indigenous practices surrounding these compounds often emphasize community and holistic healing, contrasting sharply with conventional pharmacology's focus on isolated chemical solutions. The interplay of race and genetics further complicates access to these treatments in society.