Examining Serotonergic Psychedelics as Potential Antidepressants

Argel Aguilar-Valles, an assistant professor at Carleton University’s neuroscience department, discusses ongoing research into potential alternative antidepressants due to the limited effectiveness of current treatments. The focus is on serotonergic psychedelics that target neuronal plasticity for faster therapeutic effects. Watch this MEDtalk and find out how this research aims to offer alternatives for treatment-resistant depression.