The Maudsley Psychedelic Society

The Maudsley Psychedelic Society The Maudsley Psychedelic Society is a forum for exploring and developing research using psychedelic Aims of the Society
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Statement of Intent
The Maudsley Psychedelic Society (MPS) exists as a forum for medics, researchers, students and allied professionals for discussion and innovation around the therapeutic utility of psychedelics, and their place in psychiatry, medicine and society. Establishing Context
Developing the paradigm that neither biology, psychology nor society alone can explain the presence of mental disorders, we contend that psychedelics sit at a nexus of interaction between the three, and deserve an attention not hitherto applied. Supporting this paradigm, their use within a safe psychological context and a supportive environment has been described by many as resulting in deeply meaningful changes in perspective on self, world, past and future. On their own, however, they are not necessarily therapeutic, underlying the importance of the interaction effect between drug, user and environment. In parallel with the emerging debate about the overall societal value of drug prohibition, a notable resurgence in research interest in psychedelic drugs has taken place over the last 5 to 10 years, based upon the research literature before prohibition in 1970 describing efficacy in a wide variety of common non-psychotic psychiatric disorders. Within the current multifactorial model of mental ill-health, psychedelics are neither heeded nor discussed as they deserve to be. The Maudsley Psychedelic Society (MPS) exists as a forum for medics, researchers, students and allied professionals for discussion and innovation around the therapeutic utility of psychedelics, and their place in psychiatry, medicine and society. Run a series of lectures and seminars covering biological, psychological and social aspects of psychedelics
2. Act as a foundation for the development of clinical research effort investigating the therapeutic utility of psychedelics at the Maudsley Hospital and the Institute of Psychiatry at Kings College London
3. Support peer development and inter disciplinary networking to achieve a dialogue between professionals of different disciplines in the field of psychedelic research and broader discussions about drug policy in the UK and internationally

18/05/2023

Have you ever attended a psychedelic integration group?

We are seeking people who have attended psychedelic integration groups and/or harm reduction sessions in a group setting to complete an online and anonymous survey about their experience of attending the group.

What does the study involve?

The study involves completing an anonymous online survey including questions about:

*You: demographics and potential mental health diagnoses
*Your experience with psychedelics
*Your experience of psychedelic integration/harm reduction groups

Who can take part?

You are invited to participate if:
• You are over 18 years old
• You have ever attended a psychedelic integration/harm reduction group
• You are fluent in English

If you would like to take part, please follow this link for more information:
https://qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_bQHN2zDhqfausNE

Many thanks for your time and consideration!

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Event announcement!Are you a curious member of the public, student, researcher or mental health / medical professional l...
18/03/2023

Event announcement!

Are you a curious member of the public, student, researcher or mental health / medical professional looking to learn more about psychedelic integration, harm reduction and psychotherapy? Join us for an evening discussion with Marc Aixalà and members of the Psychoactive Trials Group (PTG), King's College London.

Link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/psychedelic-integration-an-evening-with-marc-b-aixala-tickets-565102997277

About Marc's book:

Synergetic Press () recently published Marc's "Psychedelic Integration: Psychotherapy for Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness." This book offers 11 metaphors for understanding integration and concisely explains the seven dimensions of integration; helping demystify psychedelics in the context of mental health care and encouraging a more nuanced conversation surrounding their potential safety and effectiveness to treat mental health conditions.

To purchase the book:

https://synergeticpress.com/catalog/psychedelic-integration-psychotherapy-for-non-ordinary-states-of-consciousness/

Join Marc Aixalá and members of the Psychoactive Trials Group at King's College London for an evening exploring psychedelic integration.

We are excited to invite you to attend our monthly Psychedelic Integration Group to share your story and learn more abou...
08/08/2022

We are excited to invite you to attend our monthly Psychedelic Integration Group to share your story and learn more about psychedelics in a safe, warm and supportive environment.

Friday 26th August from 7:00-9:00pm. Please arrive for 6:45pm as we will start promptly at 7:00pm.

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'Surfing Uncertainty: Psychedelics and the Bayesian Brain'. Our next event exploring all things psychedelic neuroscience...
10/06/2021

'Surfing Uncertainty: Psychedelics and the Bayesian Brain'. Our next event exploring all things psychedelic neuroscience! Wednesday 23rd June, 17:30-20:00 (BST). Online via Zoom.

Anil Seth, Katrin Preller and Rick Zeifman delivering fascinating talks!

Tickets: https://bit.ly/3pgpcDP

Tickets to our June Online Integration Group are available! This is a safe space to share your story and/or learn more a...
03/06/2021

Tickets to our June Online Integration Group are available!

This is a safe space to share your story and/or learn more about psychedelics in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment.

Hope to see you there!

The Maudsley Psychedelic Society Integration Group: June Online Gathering

This fascinating event is taking place tomorrow night. Hope to see you there!
18/05/2021

This fascinating event is taking place tomorrow night. Hope to see you there!

An online event exploring the history, and therapeutic potential, of 5-MeO-DMT

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/155612151133Tickets to our May Online Integration Group are available! Taking place on Frid...
18/05/2021

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/155612151133

Tickets to our May Online Integration Group are available! Taking place on Friday 28th May.

This is a safe space to share your story and/or learn more about psychedelics in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment. 🖥🌟

The Maudsley Psychedelic Society Integration Group: May Online Gathering

Tickets are now available to the second event in our Psychoanalysis and Psychedelics series 'Historic Encounters' is tak...
20/04/2021

Tickets are now available to the second event in our Psychoanalysis and Psychedelics series 'Historic Encounters' is taking place on the 7th May 2021. Talks and Q&A online with incredible speakers Professor Wendy Kline, Professor Erika Dyck and Dr Sarah Marks. Hosted and organised by Timmy Davis.

All ticket sales to charity and research. Hope to see you there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137818196937Still a few tickets left for the integration group tonight! Hope to see you the...
26/02/2021

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Still a few tickets left for the integration group tonight! Hope to see you there :)

The Maudsley Psychedelic Society Integration Group: February Online Gathering

Have you experienced one or more traumatic life event and/or have a diagnosis of PTSD? Please help us complete a 20min s...
04/02/2021

Have you experienced one or more traumatic life event and/or have a diagnosis of PTSD? Please help us complete a 20min survey exploring self-management strategies and attitudes towards emerging 'psychedelic' treatments. £50 in Amazon vouchers to be won: https://bit.ly/36G0lRx

Do you experience anxiety symptoms/have a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder? Please help us complete a 20min survey explo...
28/01/2021

Do you experience anxiety symptoms/have a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder? Please help us complete a 20min survey exploring self-management strategies and attitudes towards emerging 'psychedelic' treatments. £50 shopping vouchers to be won. Link here: https://bit.ly/3oZDurb

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