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Johnson envisions a near future where psychedelics receive FDA approval for clinical use, transforming mental health treatment. MDMA, primarily for PTSD, is already in advanced trial phases, and psilocybin for depression, tobacco, and alcohol addiction may follow soon. The promising results—markedly higher success rates than conventional therapies—are driving the momentum.
He emphasizes that misconceptions persist, such as the idea that psychedelics merely serve as "chemical crutches" or "numb" individuals temporarily. In reality, these substances catalyze profound psychological insights, personal responsibility, and self-empowerment, helping individuals confront and reframe their deepest issues.