22. Can Pain Relief Be Psychedelic?

Psychedelic drugs have spent decades being treated as dangerous, mysterious, and probably best avoided. But what if some of them could help people facing one of life’s most difficult experiences? In this episode, David explores the growing research into psychedelics in palliative care for cancer patients. With insights from Dr. Amy Case and Dr. William Alexander, they look at how these substances might help ease not just physical pain, but the emotional and existential suffering that can come with a serious diagnosis.

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