But for now, this throw in of treatment isn’t intended for long-term, ongoing use.
The Phase 3 trial consisted of three sessions, whereas the Phase 2 trial consisted of two sessions.
Researchers suggest the three-session regimen can provide incremental benefit.
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But a lot of unseen preparation and expertise go into a session.
Without this framework, he says, the drug experience could be wasted or even harmful to patients.
Because MDMA-assisted therapy is psychotherapy-intensive, it can be costly upfront.
This is why the researchers of this study are focused on translating its cost-effectiveness to third-party payers.
“For example, are two highly trained therapists really required for all sessions?”
“Could at least some of the sessions be done in groups?
“This will be a massive shift in the way we approach mental health issues, Radowitz says.
We have tools now to attempt to get to the seed level of people’s inner struggles.
Establishing this relationship will help you find the treatment that’s best for you.
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