Can psychedelic substances unlock the secrets of human consciousness?
In short: In this Royal Institution talk, author Michael Pollan examines the scientific renaissance of psychedelics. He explores how substances like LSD and psilocybin might transform mental health, palliative care, and our understanding of the mind.
Michael Pollan discusses the 'second wave' of international research into psychedelic drugs. He investigates whether these substances can address addictive behaviours or the loss of personal meaning and connection in modern society.
The session, filmed on 11 June 2018, looks beyond clinical utility to ask deeper questions: why did psilocybin mushrooms evolve as they did, and what can these drugs teach us about the nature of consciousness and our future lives?
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