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Books provide comprehensive information about autism spectrum disorders, including their characteristics, challenges, and strengths. Understanding the nature of autism helps parents make sense of their child's behaviors and experiences. Many books written by individuals with autism offer firsthand accounts of their experiences. This can provide valuable insights into the unique...
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If you have seen the series then you know that exploring literature on psychedelic medicine such as psilocybin, ketamine, MDMA and LSD can be highly informative as it offers a multifaceted understanding of these substances, encompassing historical, scientific, and therapeutic dimensions. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of...
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In recent years, the landscape of depression treatment has expanded beyond conventional methods, with emerging research shedding light on the potential of Ketamine as a groundbreaking therapeutic option. Traditionally known as an anesthetic and party drug, Ketamine's unique properties have garnered attention in psychiatric circles for its rapid and robust...
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