On this edition of the Eye on Veterans podcast, we hear about a major mental health milestone for psychedelic-assisted therapy, after President Donald Trump signed a landmark executive order demanding research on alternative treatments for severe mental illness.
We break it down with Marcus Capone, a former Navy SEAL, combat veteran, and founder of Veterans Seeking Treatment Solutions, whose life was saved after his experience with the psychedelic, Ibogaine.
Capone describes how this executive order will impact the veteran community, the studies that show the efficacy of psychedelic medicine, and whether the influence of 'Big Pharma' will pervert research on plant-based medicines.
We take a closer look at what psychedelic therapies qualify for the executive order’s “Breakthrough Therapy” designation, and if that will become a hurdle that interferes with veterans' ability to gain access.
Capone also offers a glimpse at surprising connections between psychedelic medicine and God. And he shares how podcaster Joe Rogan played a role in getting President Trump to sign the executive order.
For more on Psychedelic Assisted Therapy, and information on clinical research trials, check out Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions.
Contact Phil Briggs, the host of CBS Eye on Veterans at phil@connectingvets.com.
