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Apr 2023
1h 14m

Microdosing LSD & Psilocybin: The Future...

DAVID PUDER, M.D.
About this episode

The idea of using psychedelics to treat psychiatric symptoms has been approaching mainstream popularity thanks to podcasters like Joe Rogan, Tim Ferris, and Sam Harris. As interest in these substances continues to grow, so does the size of the online communities centered around this topic. While there is undoubtedly value in recognizing some of the claims being made about microdosing, it’s important to recognize where the literature currently stands and to identify where there are gaps in understanding. In this episode, Dr. David Puder and Liam Browning discuss the state of Microdosing in current research.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.25 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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