A study has found that the psychedelic drug MDMA, combined with talk therapy, can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

The psychedelic drug MDMA can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers reported in a new study published Thursday.

The company sponsoring the research said it plans later this year to seek U.S. approval to market the drug, also known as ecstasy, as a PTSD treatment when combined with talk therapy.

“It’s the first innovation in PTSD treatment in more than two decades. And it’s significant because I think it will also open up other innovation,” said Amy Emerson, CEO of MAPS Public Benefit Corporation, the research sponsor.

    • Anamana@feddit.de
      1·
      1 year ago

      As MDMA is the most crucial part of ecstasy it’s commonly used as a synonym. Especially when reporting to an audience who have no drug knowledge whatsoever…

    • treefrog@lemm.ee
      11·
      1 year ago

      Ecstasy is a slang word often used for MDMA. But many other drugs are sold as both and every drug you buy off the street you should test unless it’s mushrooms or weed.