Research on psychedelics was halted in the 1970s from "summary" of How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan
In the 1960s, psychedelics such as LSD and psilocybin were being studied for their potential therapeutic benefits. Researchers were exploring their ability to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and addiction. However, this promising line of research came to an abrupt halt in the 1970s. The criminalization of these substances, along with the cultural backlash against the psychedelic counterculture, led to a widespread ban on research involving psychedelics. This ban persisted for decades, effectively putting a stop to any further scientific exploration of these compounds. As a result, the knowledge gained from the early research on psychedelics was largely forgotten or dismissed. The taboo surrounding these substances prevented scientists from revisiting their potential therapeutic uses, leaving a gap in our understanding of their effects on the mind. It wasn't until the early 2000s that a small group of researchers began ...
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