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Introduction
California, known for its progressive stance on various social and cultural issues, recently found itself at a crossroads when Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill aimed at decriminalizing the possession and personal use of hallucinogens.
This decision has sparked debates and discussions across the state, as it has implications not only for California but also for the broader conversation surrounding psychedelics and their therapeutic potential.
The Veto Decision
In a statement, Governor Newsom expressed his reservations about the bill, highlighting the need for regulated treatment guidelines, therapeutic guidelines, and rules to prevent exploitation during guided treatments.
He argued that decriminalizing possession should only occur after these guidelines are firmly in place. This decision has left many wondering about the future of psychedelics in California.
The Current Landscape of Psychedelics
Recent years have seen a resurgence of interest in psychedelics as an alternative approach to treating various mental illnesses, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and treatment-resistant depression.
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recognized psilocybin as a "breakthrough therapy" for treatment-resistant depression in 2019. Moreover, the draft guidelines published by the FDA on using psychedelics in clinical trials have further highlighted their therapeutic potential.
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Introduction
California, known for its progressive stance on various social and cultural issues, recently found itself at a crossroads when Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill aimed at decriminalizing the possession and personal use of hallucinogens.
This decision has sparked debates and discussions across the state, as it has implications not only for California but also for the broader conversation surrounding psychedelics and their therapeutic potential.
The Veto Decision
In a statement, Governor Newsom expressed his reservations about the bill, highlighting the need for regulated treatment guidelines, therapeutic guidelines, and rules to prevent exploitation during guided treatments.
He argued that decriminalizing possession should only occur after these guidelines are firmly in place. This decision has left many wondering about the future of psychedelics in California.
The Current Landscape of Psychedelics
Recent years have seen a resurgence of interest in psychedelics as an alternative approach to treating various mental illnesses, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and treatment-resistant depression.
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recognized psilocybin as a "breakthrough therapy" for treatment-resistant depression in 2019. Moreover, the draft guidelines published by the FDA on using psychedelics in clinical trials have further highlighted their therapeutic potential.
#magicmushrooms #psilocybin #mentalhealth #californiabill #californialaw #hallucinagens #thedailydosepodcast #podcast #alternativehealing #plantmedicines