The 'hype and hope' of psychedelic medicines exposed

Psychedelic drugs are coming out of the scientific wilderness. Around the world, there's a push to make them part of mainstream treatment for trauma and other mental health conditions. Early clinical trials are showing promising results where other approaches have failed. But there's a dark side to the therapy. Four Corners investigates disturbing allegations of abuse and malpractice in the world of research and underground treatment - where many patients are turning in desperation.

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