The legal status of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine—commonly known as MDMA—is one of the most dynamic and closely watched topics in modern pharmacology, mental health policy, and international law. For decades, the compound has faced strict global prohibition under UN conventions, categorized universally alongside illicit substances with high abuse liability and no accepted medical utility. However, a growing […]
Introduction Gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most devastating global public-health issues. Survivors often face long-lasting trauma affecting sleep, mood regulation, concentration, trust, safety, and physical health. Conventional treatments — antidepressants, anxiolytics, analgesics, and trauma-focused psychotherapy — help many people, but not all. Over the last decade, research into psychedelic-assisted therapy, especially psilocybin and […]