"Trump directed $50 million in federal funds to make psychedelic drugs more accessible, ordering the FDA to fast track reviews of psilocybin and ibogaine."
"During the announcement, Joe Rogan mentioned texting Trump about ibogaine, to which the president responded, 'Sounds great. Do you want FDA approval? Let's do it.'"
"The president framed psychedelics as a solution to a national mental health crisis, noting that over 14 million American adults have serious mental illnesses."
"The Department of Veterans Affairs is participating in at least five trials of psychedelic drugs, which have shown success in treating PTSD among veterans."
An executive order was signed to enhance the availability of psychedelic drugs for mental health treatment, allocating $50 million in federal funds. The FDA will fast track reviews of psilocybin and ibogaine. The initiative aims to address a national mental health crisis, with over 14 million adults affected. The Department of Veterans Affairs is involved in multiple trials for these drugs, which have shown promise in treating PTSD among military personnel and veterans.
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