The FDA Backdoor to MDMA Rescheduling
FDA rescheduling may provide a compelling model for efforts to decriminalize and destigmatize other substances moving forward.

FDA rescheduling may provide a compelling model for efforts to decriminalize and destigmatize other substances moving forward.
Lykos’ current application is based on MDMA-assisted therapy, and FDA will almost surely require that patients take the drug in a clinical setting.
Historic and contemporary discussions on psychedelic and MDMA research largely ignore theories on power, control, and abusive interpersonal relationships.
Psychedelics hold promise to address an array of conditions, but potential benefits may be stratified along the lines of socioeconomic status.
While standard doses of psychedelics will ostensibly be higher than a microdose, the question of just how much higher should be the topic of debate.
A mutual understanding of the term “microdosing psychedelics” is needed to conduct accurate research, promote regulations, and educate the wider population.