PTSD

Orlando Health and Acadia Healthcare Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Behavioral Health Hospital to Serve Greater Orlando Area

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Orlando Health and Acadia Healthcare today held a ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on a previously announced 144-bed behavioral health hospital that will expand access to critical mental health services in the Orlando metro area.

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  • Orlando Health and Acadia Healthcare today held a ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on a previously announced 144-bed behavioral health hospital that will expand access to critical mental health services in the Orlando metro area.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240215860586/en/
    Orlando Health and Acadia Healthcare Break Ground on Construction of a New Behavioral Health Hospital in Apopka, Florida, with an anticipated opening in Spring 2025.
  • “This hospital will expand Orlando Health’s existing capabilities and provide greater access to life-saving behavioral health services,” Chris Hunter, Chief Executive Officer of Acadia Healthcare.
  • This hospital will extend Orlando Health’s legacy of providing quality behavioral health services to their patients.”
    Once the new hospital is fully operational, Orlando Health will transfer all inpatient behavioral health services from its South Seminole Hospital Campus.

Using ‘trip killers’ to cut short bad drug trips is potentially dangerous

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

As interest in psychedelics has grown, so has interest in ways to end a bad trip.

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  • As interest in psychedelics has grown, so has interest in ways to end a bad trip.
  • Recent research reveals that people are giving potentially dangerous advice on social media on how to stop a trip that is less than pleasurable.
  • One of the earliest descriptions of a psychedelic experience in western literature can be found in Aldous Huxley’s 1953 book The Doors of Perception.
  • Research shows that if someone is in a bad mood or depressed then they are more likely to have a bad trip, as are people who take too high a dose.

Trip killers

  • Few clinical studies have examined trip killers, but one has found that ketanserin – a drug used to treat high blood pressure – reverses the psychedelic effects of LSD.
  • A recent article in the Emergency Medical Journal analysed posts on Reddit about trip killers.
  • Trip killers were discussed most often for LSD (235 posts), magic mushrooms (143 posts) and MDMA (21 posts).

Receptor blocking

  • To kill a trip then, one simply has to give the drug user another drug that blocks (rather than activates) the 5-HT2A receptor.
  • Many prescription drugs can do this and they tend to be antipsychotic drugs.
  • Quetiapine from the list above is one popular example, while another antipsychotic, olanzapine, was mentioned in 14 posts in that study.
  • Similarly, the atypical antidepressants trazodone and mirtazapine also block the 5-HT2A receptor.


Colin Davidson has previously received funding from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIH, USA) and the European Community for projects related to stimulant drug abuse and novel psychoactive compounds respectively. He is currently a paid consultant with the Defence Science Technology Laboratory (MOD) working on new psychoactive compounds.

Veteran Housing Projects with Wrap-Around Care Services Underway Through Partnership That Brings Dignity-Driven Design to Homeless Veterans

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

These projects are part of a broader initiative to provide veterans with dignified, permanent housing solutions coupled with comprehensive supportive services.

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  • These projects are part of a broader initiative to provide veterans with dignified, permanent housing solutions coupled with comprehensive supportive services.
  • Our goal is to empower veterans through architecture that reflects respect, dignity, and care.
  • In Florida, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has secured an 8.7-acre land donation from Manatee County in Bradenton.
  • The partnership with LEO A DALY extends beyond these projects, with the firm providing expertise in site evaluation, zoning reviews, capacity studies, and design services.

Virtue Recovery Center in Las Vegas Launches Specialized Programs for Veterans

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Virtue Recovery Center in Las Vegas, recognized for its excellence in addiction treatment, has introduced new programs tailored for Veterans. These specialized programs are designed to effectively tackle the distinct challenges and complexities Veterans face in their battles with addiction and mental health issues.

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  • Virtue Recovery Center's press release emphasizes the positive reception of their Veteran addiction programs, praising their tailored, effective approach in Las Vegas.
  • LAS VEGAS, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Virtue Recovery Center in Las Vegas, recognized for its excellence in addiction treatment, has introduced new programs tailored for Veterans.
  • The new programs at Virtue Recovery Center recognize the distinct experiences of Veterans, including combat-related stress, PTSD, and other service-related mental health conditions.
  • Virtue Recovery Center Las Vegas is committed to providing Veterans with the highest quality care and support.

StoneRidge Centers Transforms Mental Health with Groundbreaking Approach

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Prescott Valley, Arizona, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StoneRidge Centers in Prescott Valley, Arizona, revolutionizes mental health care with its groundbreaking Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

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  • Prescott Valley, Arizona, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StoneRidge Centers in Prescott Valley, Arizona, revolutionizes mental health care with its groundbreaking Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
  • StoneRidge was founded by Mark Collins, DO, to address the shortcomings he observed in traditional inpatient mental health and rehabilitation facilities.
  • StoneRidge offers various treatments tailored to address the unique needs of individuals struggling with mental health challenges.
  • To continue fulfilling its mission of reshaping mental health care, StoneRidge intends to expand its reach and enhance its services to meet the growing demand for comprehensive mental health care.

Texas Original Opens New San Antonio Location, Launches Dark Chocolate Bites

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Texas Original , Texas’ leading medical cannabis provider, today announced the opening of its newest permanent prescription pickup location in San Antonio.

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  • Texas Original , Texas’ leading medical cannabis provider, today announced the opening of its newest permanent prescription pickup location in San Antonio.
  • Texas Original also announced the launch of its new Dark Chocolate Bites, the company’s first chocolate product and the state’s first medical cannabis chocolate product made with Rick Simpson Oil (RSO).
  • Like all Texas Original products, Dark Chocolate Bites are regulated and rigorously tested to ensure quality, consistency and purity.
  • The northeast San Antonio location is Texas Original’s third medical cannabis pickup location in the San Antonio area, joining the company’s existing locations in west San Antonio and Universal City.

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA PROUDLY PRESENTS THE WORLDWIDE PREMIERE OF 'COUNTY RESCUE'

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media proudly announces its first Original Series, "County Rescue," the much-anticipated faith and family action drama about EMTs and paramedics in personal and professional extremes, will make its worldwide debut on the company's streaming platform, Great American Pure Flix beginning Friday, February 23 and feature new episodes every Friday for the series' first season of five episodes. Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run. "County Rescue" tells the story of one EMT unit whose medical team saves lives while guiding themselves and each other through journeys of love, hope and faith. The series features a remarkable ensemble cast led by Julia Reilly and Riley Hough alongside co-stars Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Ross, Keller Fornes, Angel Luis, and Curtia Torbert. Music star Colton Dixon also guest stars.

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  • Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run.
  • These are the everyday heroes who make communities across America great," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
  • "The series is about discovering oneself and who we are each meant to be while working alongside those who care about us.
  • As Duke tells the team he is going on leave to get help, Chief Scotty also has news.

Psychedelic Science 2025 – the Fifth and Largest Psychedelic Conference in History – Announced for June 16-20 2025 in Denver, Colorado

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Psychedelic Science 2023, held this past June, boasted a record-breaking 22,000+ attendees -- 12,500 in-person and over 10,000 online through The Virtual Trip. Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Former Governor of Texas and US Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, Michael Pollan, Aaron Rodgers, and Melissa Etheridge were just a few of the speakers. The distinguished Dr. Roland Griffiths, professor of behavioral science and psychiatry and a pioneer in the advancement of psychedelic research, was also honored at the largest dinner event in the history of the Colorado Convention Center in one of his last public appearances before his death from cancer in October.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif. , Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies ( MAPS ) has announced that the Psychedelic Science 2025 Conference will convene in the city of Denver June 16–20, 2025, at the Colorado Convention Center.
  • This is the fifth edition of the Psychedelic Science conference series, hosted by MAPS.
  • Programming will explore the full spectrum of psychedelics, including science, medicine, policy, business, spirituality, and culture.
  • Psychedelic Science 2023, held this past June, boasted a record-breaking 22,000+ attendees -- 12,500 in-person and over 10,000 online through The Virtual Trip .

According to a New Study, Veterans with PTSD Who Had Service Dogs Showed Healthier Cortisol Levels Compared to Those Without

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from The University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine looked at the impact service dogs had on the cortisol levels of veterans suffering from PTSD. The study found that those with service dogs had healthier cortisol levels when compared to those without service dogs. The research, led by Dr. Maggie O'Haire, Associate Dean for Research and Professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Dr. Leanne Nieforth, with the help of K9s For Warriors and funding support from the Dogtopia Foundation, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Purina, provides further evidence of the positive benefits service dogs offer veterans.

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  • The study found that those with service dogs had healthier cortisol levels when compared to those without service dogs.
  • The study assessed a total of 161 veterans who had PTSD, 88 who had a service dog and 73 who did not.
  • The study concluded that overall, veterans with service dogs had stress hormones more like those in healthy adults without PTSD than veterans without service dogs.
  • The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a key provider for veterans, has been hesitant to allocate funds for service dogs for individuals dealing with PTSD service dogs, citing a lack of clinical evidence substantiating their effectiveness.

Madison health-tech startup invests $1M to improve, simplify access to mental health treatment worldwide

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

MADISON, Wis. , Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RehabPath, one of Madison's fastest-growing startups, has taken a massive step forward in their pursuit to connect people with quality mental health and addiction treatment.

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  • MADISON, Wis. , Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RehabPath, one of Madison's fastest-growing startups, has taken a massive step forward in their pursuit to connect people with quality mental health and addiction treatment.
  • "Recovery.com is an inclusive, memorable and optimistic name that lends instant credibility and trust to these efforts.
  • While rehab or inpatient care is sometimes necessary for people struggling with mental health and substance use disorders, it's only one aspect of treatment in the life-long journey of recovery.
  • "When people hear the word 'rehab' they tend to think of a residential stay for addiction treatment.