Interest in receiving psychedelic-assisted therapy among marginalized women: Implications and findings from a community-based study in Canada.
Drug Alcohol Depend Rep March 16, 2022 Elena Argento, Shira Goldenberg, Kathleen Deering et al. 6 citations
Marginalized women in Canada show high interest in receiving psychedelic-assisted therapy, with many reporting that such treatments could address unmet mental health needs, particularly for trauma. The community-based study found that over 70% of participants expressed willingness to try psychedelic-assisted therapy if it were legally available and affordable. Interest was especially strong among those with histories of trauma and those facing barriers to conventional mental healthcare. The findings suggest that psychedelic-assisted therapy may be a promising avenue for reaching underserved populations, though equitable access and trauma-informed approaches are critical for implementation.