Trip of Compassion

Trip of Compassion is a 2017 documentary that explores the use of psychedelic substances, specifically MDMA, to treat mental health issues such as PTSD. The film follows several patients in Israel who are undergoing treatment with MDMA as part of a clinical trial.

The film highlights the work of Dr. Alon Unger, a psychiatrist, and researcher at the Beer Yaakov Mental Health Center in Israel, and his team who are conducting the trial. The center is affiliated with the Israeli Ministry of Health and is one of the few institutions in the world researching the therapeutic potential of MDMA.

The film features interviews with patients who have experienced significant improvements in their mental health following treatment with MDMA. It also delves into the cultural and historical context of psychedelic use, as well as the legal and ethical considerations surrounding its use in a clinical setting.

Overall, “Trip of Compassion” provides a nuanced and compassionate perspective on the potential benefits of psychedelic therapy for mental health issues, as well as the challenges and limitations of conducting research in this field.