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Book Synopsis: As psychedelic-assisted therapy gains traction in popular culture and through policy reforms, Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine aims to foster accessibility and diversity in psychedelic science, practice, and discourse. By addressing and dismantling sexist, heteronormative, transphobic, and homophobic forms of oppression in the psychedelic community, this collection lays groundwork for an inclusive future. Edited by researchers and authors Alexander B. Belser, PhD, Clancy Cavnar, PsyD, and, Beatriz C. Labate, PhD, Queering Psychedelics features a broad range of perspectives from queer academic researchers, LGBTQIA+ clinicians, and indigenous and transgender advocates.
Each of the 38 essays — from some of the contemporary movement’s most influential leaders including Terrence Ching, PhD, Kile Ortigo, PhD, and Diana Quinn, ND — presents insights into cultural heritages and historical contexts, implications for research and clinical work, and discussions of the healing potential of psychedelic medicine.
Covering topics of consent, privilege, intersectionality and identity, Queering Psychedelics grapples with how modern psychedelic research might address the unique needs and traumas of sexual and gender minorities—populations that can suffer from challenging mental health conditions brought on by social exclusion, pathologization, criminalization, and stigmatization. This book delves into the dark history of psychedelic conversion therapy while illuminating promising research showing substances including MDMA and psilocybin can offer life-changing experiences for marginalized communities.
Queering Psychedelics integrates indigenous outlooks on psychedelics, gender roles, and identity while aligning them with those of other marginalized groups: women, people of color, the disabled, the impoverished. This book interrogates the continuing radical potential of queer psychedelia in today’s era of assimilation, paving the way for an inclusive and intersectional world.
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Unlock a world of liberation and healing with Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine. This revolutionary book embraces diversity and accessibility in the evolving field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Edited by esteemed researchers and authors, Alexander B. Belser, Clancy Cavnar, and Beatriz C. Labate, this groundbreaking collection brings together perspectives from queer academic researchers, LGBTQIA+ clinicians, and indigenous and transgender advocates.
With 38 thought-provoking essays from influential leaders, Queering Psychedelics sheds light on cultural heritages, historical contexts, and the healing potential of psychedelic medicine. The book addresses and dismantles oppressive structures that exist within the psychedelic community, challenging sexist, heteronormative, transphobic, and homophobic narratives that hinder progress. In doing so, it sets the stage for an inclusive future.
One of the key focuses of Queering Psychedelics is emphasizing the unique needs and experiences of sexual and gender minorities. By exploring topics such as consent, privilege, intersectionality, and identity, this book uncovers how modern psychedelic research can better serve marginalized communities. It delves into the dark history of conversion therapy while showcasing promising research on substances like MDMA and psilocybin that offer life-changing experiences for those who have suffered from social exclusion, pathologization, criminalization, and stigmatization.
By integrating indigenous perspectives on psychedelics and identity, Queering Psychedelics aligns the struggles and triumphs of different marginalized groups: women, people of color, the disabled, and the impoverished. In today's era of assimilation, this book dares to challenge the status quo, sparking conversations on the radical potential of queer psychedelia. It paves the way for a more inclusive and intersectional world where psychedelic medicine is accessible to all.
Begin your journey toward liberation and healing today with Queering Psychedelics: From Oppression to Liberation in Psychedelic Medicine. Learn more about the empowering stories and groundbreaking research that await.
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