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Is Mdma A Safe And Effective Adjunct For Treatment Of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Angela Emerson
Is Mdma A Safe And Effective Adjunct For Treatment Of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Angela Emerson
Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Papers
Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental health disorder that affects many Americans and leads to considerable morbidity and mortality. While there are a range of therapies to treat PTSD, treatment resistance is high, leading to a chronic condition in many patients. In recent years, attention has been turned to the use of novel drugs, such as 3,4,- methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) as a treatment for PTSD.
Aim: The purpose of this literature review was to assess the safety and efficacy of MDMA use in the treatment of PTSD.
Results: MDMA is a schedule I drug, therefore research into its …