Psychedelic medicine (New Rochelle, N.Y.)

How Canadian Veterans Find and View Psychedelic Treatments: Routes and Challenges

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Abstract

Canadian military veterans are exploring alternative pathways to access psychedelics for mental health treatment due to limited legal options.

  • There is growing interest in psychedelic-assisted therapies among veterans in Canada.
  • Veterans may seek out information on psychedelics to address mental health conditions.
  • Legal restrictions on psychedelics in Canada could influence veterans' choices in treatment.
  • Exploration of access methods for psychedelics reflects a unique community response to mental health challenges.

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L.E.C., M.A.S., F.K., and G.O.E. disclose no conflicts of interest. D.F. served as the CEO of HHC during study completion. L.M.M. served as a volunteer (unpaid) clinical advisory board member.
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