Antidepressants & Psychedelics
Open Learning
On Demand
99
–
279
USD
Online
Description
Despite broad use and some benefits, antidepressants have several limitations
Their need for daily use, short and long-term side effects, as well as withdrawal reactions can complicate therapy and introduce risks to stopping
This leaves people feeling dependent and stuck with antidepressants, even when benefits are unclear or side effects are present
Unfortunately, many professionals don't feel confident or comfortable helping persons taper antidepressants resulting in increasing and unnecessary long-term use
But what alternatives are there?
And how can you safely transition away from antidepressants?
Psychedelic therapies are rapidly emerging as evidence-based alternatives for managing mental health conditions treated with antidepressants
This course aims to inform and educate about preventing the risks of antidepressant discontinuation, and strategies for proceeding safely
It also includes information on the interactions between antidepressants and various psychedelic substances
Their need for daily use, short and long-term side effects, as well as withdrawal reactions can complicate therapy and introduce risks to stopping
This leaves people feeling dependent and stuck with antidepressants, even when benefits are unclear or side effects are present
Unfortunately, many professionals don't feel confident or comfortable helping persons taper antidepressants resulting in increasing and unnecessary long-term use
But what alternatives are there?
And how can you safely transition away from antidepressants?
Psychedelic therapies are rapidly emerging as evidence-based alternatives for managing mental health conditions treated with antidepressants
This course aims to inform and educate about preventing the risks of antidepressant discontinuation, and strategies for proceeding safely
It also includes information on the interactions between antidepressants and various psychedelic substances
