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Natural Psychedelics

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Course Overview
Interest in the use of psychedelics in general, as well as natural psychedelics, has been increasing over the past few years. Patients may be using these substances recreationally or may be asking about these options for the treatment of various medical conditions. Healthcare professionals should be well informed about the unique considerations associated with the safe, effective, and legal use of these substances.

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Define the terminology associated with psychedelic substances.
  • Review the regulatory and practical limitations to conducting research on natural psychedelics.
  • Identify the most commonly used natural psychedelics and their active constituents.
  • Discuss the evidence for the use of natural psychedelics for therapeutic purposes.
     

About the Author/Presenter 
Chelsey McIntyre, PharmD, is a clinical editor for Natural Medicines, a clinical reference database focused on natural products and alternative therapies. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics from the University of California, Davis. She then went on to complete her PharmD at Creighton University, followed by a clinical residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. McIntyre held the position of Clinical Drug Information and Policy Development Pharmacist at CHOP until her move to Washington state in 2017. Since that time, she has worked with the Natural Medicines database at TRC Healthcare. Her professional interests include provider and patient education, as well as the application of evidence-based research to patient care, particularly in patients with chronic conditions.


Audience/Accreditations and Approvals 
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE 
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Counselor, Nursing, Physician, Psychology, Social Work

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