Mind-Altering Medicines: Unleashing the Therapeutic Potential of Serotonin and Psychedelics with Ben Malcom

In this episode of Beyond the Pills, Josh Rimany interviews Dr. Ben Malcolm, a pharmacist focused on education and consulting services. They discuss his work in creating a guide for safe tapering off antidepressants and emphasize the importance of approaching new research with skepticism. Dr. Malcolm offers a free download for staying updated on pharmacy research and highlights niche opportunities for pharmacists beyond traditional roles. The episode provides valuable insights for those interested in the field of pharmacy and mental health treatment.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction of Doctor Ben Malcolm and his career in pharmacy
• 00:02:40 - Introduction to Psychedelic Therapies and the role of pharmacists
• 00:05:26 - My journey to specializing in psychedelics
• 00:11:04 - Psychedelic therapies update and definition
• 00:13:10 - Update on psychedelic-assisted therapy and clinical trials
• 00:18:10 - Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy: The non-directive approach
• 00:22:36 - Serotonergic medications and drug interactions with psychedelics
• 00:23:40 - Serotonin-based medications and psychedelic therapies
• 00:30:42 - Uncertainty surrounding the use of SSRIs and sobin effect reduction
• 00:32:49 - Psychedelic therapy: Should it be the first line of treatment?
• 00:35:53 - Understanding ketamine's mechanism of action and treatment protocol
• 00:42:34 - Free antidepressant and psychedelic drug interaction guide available through email list

Links And Resources:

• Dilworth Wellness Center
• Josh Rimany on Twitter
• Josh Rimany on LinkedIn
• Josh Rimany on Facebook

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