How Does MDMA Heal or Harm? Basic Science of Therapeutic Potential

Despite approval on the horizon, MDMA's #TherapeuticBenefits, mechanisms, and #SideEffects are still under study. Join Matthew Baggott, PhD, to explore research on #MDMA and novel molecules that may reduce side effects while retaining its benefits. Join the Psychedelic Support speaker series! https://psychedelic.support/monthly-s... Watch now for a deeper understanding of MDMA’s impact on the future of mental health treatment. • /\/\/ • CONTENTS • \/\/\ • ——— ⏺️: Introduction ——— 00:00 • Welcome + Webinar Introduction 01:45 • Speaker Introduction & Links 02:31 • Hello from Matthew Baggott 03:52 • Disclosures ——— ⏺️: Presentation ——— 04:27 • MDMA Clinical Trials & Their Controversies 23:46 • Do Any MDMA Effects Persist Beyond the First Few Hours? 36:43 • Other Unwanted Effects of MDMA 47:16 • 5-MAPB: A Starting Point for New Entactogens ——— ⏺️: Closing + Q&A ——— 57:33 • Closing + Thank You + Helpful Links (See Below) 58:30 • Q&A Starts • /\/\/ • LINKS SHARED IN WEBINAR • \/\/\ • • Email Matthew Baggott on [email protected] • Connect with Matthew on Reddit —   / mbaggott   • Find Matthew on Linkedin —   / mattbaggott   • Open Psychedelic Evaluation Nexus — https://www.openpsychedelicscience.org • Tactogen's Website — https://www.tactogen.com • Follow Tactogen on Instagram —   / tactogeninc   • Find Tactogen on LinkedIn —   / tactogen   • Article about how to reduce the side effects of MDMA or Ecstasy — https://psychedelic.support/resources... • 6-hour Online Course: Foundations in MDMA Safety, Therapeutic Applications, and Research — https://psychedelic.support/education... • Earn CE/CME Credits With Psychedelic Support Courses — https://psychedelic.support/education/ • /\/\/ • ABOUT PSYCHEDELIC SUPPORT • \/\/\ • Welcome to Psychedelic Support, your go-to resource for understanding the transformative power of psychedelics in mental health. Our platform connects you with licensed mental health professionals and offers accredited online courses, providing comprehensive insights into the safe and effective use of psychedelics. Explore our blog and free resources to expand your knowledge and embark on a journey toward healing and growth. 📺 Check out our channel here:    / @psychedelicsupport   🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe! • /\/\/ • CHECK OUT OUR OTHER VIDEOS • \/\/\ •    • Video      • MDMA Group Therapy for PTSD Treatment      • Inner Healing with Inner-Directive and Dir...   • /\/\/ • OUR PSYCHEDELIC EDUCATION • \/\/\ • 🎓 Discover These Top Psychedelics Courses: • FREE Courses — https://psychedelic.support/education... • Foundations in MDMA — https://psychedelic.support/education... • Earn CE Credits From Our Webinars — https://psychedelic.support/education... 🌐 FIND US AT Our Website: https://psychedelic.support/ 💌 GET IN TOUCH Contact us via Email: [email protected] 📱 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get Updates or Reach out on Social Media: • Facebook —   / psychedelicsupportnetwork   • Instagram —   / psychedelicsupport   • LinkedIn —   / psychedelic-support   • /\/\/ • MORE ABOUT THIS VIDEO • \/\/\ • As MDMA moves closer to FDA approval, understanding its therapeutic potential and risks is more important than ever. Psychedelic Support hosted neuroscientist Matthew Baggott, PhD, for an in-depth discussion of MDMA’s effects on the brain and body. Drawing from studies in humans, animals, and cells, Dr Baggott highlighted groundbreaking findings on MDMA’s mechanisms of action, therapeutic benefits, and potential side effects. He presents new data on molecules designed to retain MDMA’s therapeutic properties while reducing adverse effects. Dr Baggott, co-founder and CEO of Tactogen Inc., has spent over three decades studying MDMA and related compounds. With a PhD in neuroscience from UC Berkeley, he leads research into next-generation MDMA-like medicines that could revolutionize #PsychedelicTherapy. Watch now to gain a deeper understanding of MDMA’s impact on mental health treatment and the future of #PsychedelicMedicine!