Altered States

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Minds, Drugs and Culture

By Ben Sessa

Series: Wooden Books U.K.

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Altered States by Ben Sessa explores the fascinating intersection of psychedelics and mental health treatment. The book delves into the history, science, and therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances. It weaves together expert insights, personal anecdotes, and scientific research, challenging traditional views on mental health therapy.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in the exploration of psychedelic therapy and its potential to transform mental health treatment. It delves into the scientific and therapeutic applications of psychedelics, embracing a blend of personal anecdotes, scientific research, and historical context.

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What actually happens to you when you drink a cup of coffee? Is chocolate really an aphrodisiac? How do drugs like alcohol and cannabis work? Did psychedelics play a part in human evolution?

In this fascinating little book, leading psychopharmacologist Dr. Ben Sessa describes the drugs, legal and illegal, natural and synthesised, from nicotine to endorphins, sugar to antidepressants, that humans all over the world take every day to change their state of mind.

Altered States has received praise from multiple renowned publications:

Fascinating - FINANCIAL TIMES

Beautiful - LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS

Rich and Artful - THE LANCET

Genuinely mind-expanding - FORTEAN TIMES

Excellent - NEW SCIENTIST

Stunning - NEW YORK TIMES

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Series: Wooden Books U.K.

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Altered States

By Ben Sessa

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ISBN: 9781904263852

Publisher: Wooden Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wooden Books

Illustration: 200

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 125.0mm

Height: 155.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Ben Sessa MBBS, MD, MRCPsych is one of the world's leading psychedelic researchers, specialising in the psychotherapeutic effects of medical cannabis, MDMA and psilocybin. With regular appearances on television and radio, he lives in Bristol.