DC6 – Sex/gender differences in psychedelics psychopharmacology

Description Depression and anxiety disorders are more common in women than men, and many women also suffer from hormone-related conditions such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder, postpartum depression, and perimenopausal disturbances. Sex and gender differences in treatment response have been identified, yet no guidelines exist for sex- or gender-oriented psychiatric treatments, including psychedelic therapies. This project […]

DC5 – Psychedelics, attachment-related changes, and mental health outcomes

Description This doctoral project will investigate how psychedelic experiences may facilitate attachment-related psychological changes and their relationship to mental health outcomes. The doctoral candidate will contribute to two complementary studies: a non-clinical investigation of Swedish psychedelic retreat participants and a clinical trial examining psilocybin-assisted treatment for depression in Copenhagen. Both studies employ gold-standard attachment assessments […]

DC4 – Mapping the subjective phenomenology of therapeutic and challenging experiences in psychedelic therapy

Description While seemingly rare, sustained difficulties after psychedelic therapy do occur and may have a large negative impact on an individual’s wellbeing. Due to limitations in our understanding and assessment of adverse events, they are likely underreported in current literature. Systematic long-term monitoring and post-trial care are needed to explore and learn from these potential […]