Psychedelics to manage opioid use with Noa KrawczykPsychedelics to manage opioid use with Noa Krawczyk
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Dr Noa Krawczyk discusses her research on using psychedelics to manage opioid use disorder, highlighting insights from Reddit communities.
19:06•28 Feb 2025
Exploring Psychedelics for Opioid Use Disorder with Dr Noa Krawczyk
Episode Overview
- Psychedelics may offer alternative treatments for opioid use disorder.
- Current opioid treatments face limitations and stigma.
- Reddit communities provide valuable insights into user experiences.
- Ibogaine shows potential but carries risks.
- Further research is needed in controlled environments.
“Clearly, there's something about using these substances that is helping people and has potential to really change whether it's behaviour or mental health in a positive way”
Dr Noa Krawczyk joins Dr Elle Wadsworth on Addiction Audio to discuss her fascinating research on using psychedelics to manage opioid use disorder. Drawing from the experiences of Reddit community members, Noa delves into the potential benefits and risks of psychedelics like Ibogaine as an alternative treatment. The conversation covers the limitations of current opioid treatments, the stigma around medication-assisted therapies, and why some individuals turn to psychedelics for relief.
Noa explains the varied mechanisms through which psychedelics may help, from easing withdrawal symptoms to promoting introspection and mental clarity. The episode also highlights the importance of understanding the diverse experiences of those who use these substances and the need for further research in controlled environments. If you're curious about innovative approaches to opioid use disorder or want to hear real-life stories from those experimenting with psychedelics, this episode is a must-listen.
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