BOSTON, MA — As Massachusetts continues to battle a mental health crisis marked by rising rates of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD and substance addiction, the state finds itself seeking alternative paths to recovery. In recent years, the state has reported alarming statistics: over 20% of adults experience depression, nearly 18% struggle with clinical anxiety and PTSD affects approximately 5% of the population. Compounding these challenges, ADHD diagnoses are prevalent, particularly in younger demographics. The opioid (prescription) crisis, which has resulted in 1,000s of overdose deaths annually, coupled with high levels of alcohol and other drugs, underscores the urgent need for a safe and affordable solution in mental health care.
While traditional pharmaceuticals have long been the go-to treatment, their limitations of providing only temporary relief at a cost undergoing side effects
