Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)

The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) introduced "Music is the Bridge," a new campaign that combines artist-curated playlists with free psychedelic education. Starting Monday, the project aims to make psychedelic experiences safer, more accessible and more meaningful....

Amy Emerson, the CEO of Lykos Therapeutics, has stepped down from her role at the company, the WSJ reported. This announcement comes nearly a month after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rejected Lykos’s application for its ecstasy-based therapy intended to treat post-traumatic stress...

Lykos Therapeutics has announced a strategic reorganization in response to the recent FDA decision regarding its new drug application for MDMA capsules – also known as Ecstasy or Molly – intended for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults. New Senior Medical Advisor As...

In a significant development in the field of psychedelic medicine, the journal Psychopharmacology has retracted three research papers on MDMA-assisted therapy due to what it described as unethical conduct at one of the study sites. As New York Times reported, the retraction has cast a shadow over...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is on the verge of making a historic decision regarding the approval of Lykos Therapeutics MDMA-assisted therapy as a mainstream medical treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The decision, expected by August 11, could mark a turning point...

The potential of MDMA-assisted therapy (MDMA-AT) for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has garnered significant attention, including many scientific studies that indicate promising results. However, while the majority of the results suggest safety and efficacy, researchers emphasize...

The nonprofit Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) is partnering with the City and County of Denver, Colorado to provide comprehensive training on psychedelic crisis assessment and intervention to the city's first responders.  The Psychedelic Crisis Assessment and...

By Santiago Federico Richetti via El Planteo. The consumption of substances of different types is inherent to human beings. Throughout history, individuals belonging to different cultures, societies, and civilizations have sought pleasurable sensations or comfort through them. The use of drugs does...