Intelligence Squared U.S.: Should Society Legalize Psychedelics?

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 Intelligence Squared U.S.

Psychedelics, in medical terms, is an inexact category of drugs that affect perceptions and cognition. Their proponents say 1960s-era associations have undermined exciting research in the field of neuroscience. They contend that psychedelics should be made much more widely available to treat a range of mental and emotional issues, as well as to ascertain a more profound sense of ourselves. 

Not so fast, say opponents. These are powerful substances and society does not know enough about the broader consequences of greatly increasing access. Either way, like cannabis, the movement for wider use is growing. So... here’s our debate: Should society legalize psychedelics? Intelligence Squared U.S.: Should Society Legalize Psychedelics? airs Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 9 p.m. on AM 1370/FM 107.5.