Amplifying Voices: Navigating the Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, and Psychedelic Research

Written By Brianna Austin

Guest Speakers: Dr Kirran Ahmad, Sara Reed and Lisa Luan

The inaugural episode, titled "Amplifying Voices: Navigating the Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, and Psychedelic Research" sets the stage for an enlightening discourse. Guest speakers Dr. Kirran Ahmad,  Sara Reed, and Lisa Luan from the Imperial Centre for Psychedelic Research discuss the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy. This innovative approach not only addresses addiction but also offers unique insights into healing, with Dr. Ahmad emphasising the ongoing formulation of a holistic model within psychedelic assisted therapy.

Sara Reed sheds light on the humane essence of psychedelic-assisted therapy, emphasising its focus on understanding the root causes of pain rather than simply questioning addiction.  

Highlighting the impact of intersecting identities on psychedelic experiences, Lisa Luan stresses the importance of improving representation through better recruitment methods and promoting diversity in the research community.

This discussion focuses on how race and research intersect  to influence clinical dynamics and outcomes, emphasising its crucial role in shaping more equitable and culturally sensitive approaches in this field.


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