Rick Doblin

Rick Doblin is an American psychotherapist, researcher, and the founder of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). He is a prominent figure in the field of psychedelic therapy and psychedelic research, advocating for the medical and therapeutic uses of substances such as MDMA, LSD, psilocybin, and marijuana.

Early Life and Education

Doblin was born in 1953. He completed his undergraduate studies at New College of Florida and later earned a doctorate in Public Policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. His doctoral thesis focused on the medical use of psychedelic drugs.

Career

In 1986, Doblin founded the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), a non-profit research and educational organization that aims to raise awareness and understanding of psychedelic substances. MAPS conducts research into the safety and efficacy of psychedelics for treating various mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression.

Doblin's work with MAPS has been instrumental in advancing the field of psychedelic therapy. He has been involved in numerous clinical trials investigating the therapeutic potential of substances such as MDMA for PTSD and psilocybin for end-of-life anxiety.

Advocacy

Doblin is a vocal advocate for the reclassification of psychedelic substances, arguing that they have significant therapeutic potential that is currently underutilized due to legal restrictions. He has testified before the United States Congress and appeared in numerous media outlets to discuss the potential benefits of psychedelic therapy.

Personal Life

Doblin is known for his personal use of psychedelics and his belief in their potential to enhance personal growth and self-understanding. He has spoken publicly about his experiences with these substances and their impact on his life and work.

See Also

• Psychedelic therapy
• Psychedelic research
• Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies
• MDMA
• LSD
• Psilocybin
• Marijuana

External Links

• Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)

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