Episode · Huberman Lab · 2023-06-12
Books mentioned on The Science of MDMA & Its Therapeutic Uses: Benefits & Risks
In this episode, I discuss Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), which is also commonly known as “ecstasy” or “molly,” including how it works in the brain to cause short- and long- term-shifts in em
Andrew Huberman recommended Pihkal by Alexander Theodore Shulgin and others and Trauma : the Invisible Epidemic by Paul Conti, and discussed The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Pihkal
PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story by Alexander Theodore Shulgin and Ann Shulgin is a unique autobiographical and scientific text that details the history, synthesis methods, and personal trials of numerous psychoactive compounds, most notably MDMA.
Recommended“there's a wonderful book called pikal that stands for p-i-k-h-a-l p call is the title of the book which Shogun wrote which describes his discovery of MDMA”
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Trauma : the Invisible Epidemic
Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic by Paul Conti is a comprehensive exploration of how psychological trauma impacts human behavior, physical health, and emotional well-being, complete with actionable recovery strategies.
Recommended“If any of you are interested in trauma and its treatment, I highly recommend the book "Trauma" by Dr. Paul Conti. He's an MD, a medical doctor, psychiatrist, and he was featured as a guest on this podcast. He's been on a number of other prominent podcasts.”
Where to get it
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The Body Keeps the Score
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk is a comprehensive exploration of how trauma physically impacts the human mind and body.
Discussed“many people have perhaps heard of the book the body keeps the score which is a very successful and popular book about the idea that trauma can be quote unquote stored in the body”
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