Insightful reads

From Recreation to Rehabilitation: Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics
10 minute readGet ready to dive deep into the intriguing world of psychedelic-assisted therapies, which are generating plenty of buzz in the mental health landscape. While we've only begun to scratch the surface of their potential, emerging research suggests psychedelics, including MDMA, ketamine, psilocybin, and LSD, may offer relief for various mental health conditions in a therapeutic [...]

The Potential of Ibogaine: A Hope for Treating PTSD, Parkinson’s, and Other Conditions
4 minute readIn episode #2251 of The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan speaks with Rick Perry, former governor of Texas, and W. Bryan Hubbard, executive director of the American Ibogaine Initiative at the REID Foundation. During their conversation, they explore the opioid crisis in the United States, the challenges faced by veterans, and the promising use of [...]

Mental health in Puerto Rico: A silent crisis
6 minute readPuerto Rico faces a mental health crisis that has been worsening in recent years.** Various factors have contributed to this situation, creating a complex scenario that affects a significant portion of the population. However, the stigma associated with mental health issues remains a major barrier, preventing many people, especially those with limited resources, from seeking [...]

Mental Health Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers to Better Health
4 minute readHey, it's about time we opened up about something we often whisper about – mental health. Yes, you heard it right. Why do we treat it like a taboo? We all know it's just as important as our physical health, right? But that pesky stigma around mental illness keeps us from reaching out and getting [...]

Mental Health and Substance Use: Two Sides of the Same Coin
8 minute read“An alarming 91% of Hispanic Americans with a substance use disorder don't get the necessary treatment they need at a specialty facility (such as substance abuse rehabilitation centers)” - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) In life, we all have our own battles. Sometimes they're visible, like a sprint to meet a [...]

Transforming the Mind: The Brain-Altering Effects of Mindfulness and Therapeutic Practices on Mental Health
8 minute readIn our high-speed world, we're starting to realize how important it is to take care of our mental health. And guess what? There are plenty of ways to help our minds stay fit and happy, which we'll unravel in this blog post. We'll dive deep into the realm of mindfulness, breathing techniques, psychedelics, prayer, community-based [...]

The Impact of PTSD in Puerto Rico’s Journey to Wellness
5 minute readPTSD affects approximately 7–9% of adult’s lifetime and about 4% currently [1–4] in the United States (US) -National Library of Medicine Life, as we often hear, isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, but learning how to dance in the rain. But what happens when the storm turns into a hurricane, an earthquake, or [...]

Resurgence of Psychedelics: A Historical Perspective on Their Therapeutic Application
9 minute readWe all find ourselves at some point floating between the thin veils of our known reality and mystical realms. The mysteries of the mind and human perception are as strange as they are fantastic, but some bold minds—scientists, philosophers, and adventurous souls—have discovered an unexpected tool to help uncover and navigate the depths of the [...]
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