Could Psychedelics Be The Cure For Depression?

Could Psychedelics Be The Cure For Depression?

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Health Sciences, Business, Life Skills, Engineering, Other, Biology

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the discovery of LSD by Albert Hofmann in 1943 and the subsequent rise of psychedelic research in the 1950s and '60s. It highlights the ban on psychedelic research due to the war on drugs and the classification of these substances as Schedule I drugs. The video also covers the advocacy for cannabis legalization and its medical benefits, leading to renewed interest in the therapeutic potential of psychedelics for mental health. Recent studies show positive effects of psychedelics like psilocybin on depression. The video concludes with information about Compass News and supporting the channel.

Read more

3 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What were the findings of the recent study comparing psilocybin and antidepressants?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What role does the default mode network (DMN) play in mental health?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of psilocybin therapy in treating depression?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF