Why Do I Need to Female-Specific Psychedelic Science?

Female-specific biological functions have long been neglected in physical and mental health research. The psychedelics industry is exploring how this novel class of pharmacological agents affects a myriad of psychological and physiological disorders. However, female-specific biological mechanisms are consistently unaddressed in this research. In this course we will chart the current state of research in the area of female-specific indications for safe and effective psychedelic use and outline our current understanding of the interactions between this novel class of drugs and female biology. Course content ranges from the interactions between ovarian hormone fluctuations and neurotransmitter systems, to mental health and psychosocial aspects of psychedelic treatments.

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Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Fundamentals of Female Biology and Psychedelics

    1. Introduction to Female Hormonal Cycles

    2. What makes female biology unique?

    3. Neuroendocrine Systems

    4. Development and the Menstrual Cycle

    5. Menopause

    6. Section 1 Knowledge Check

    1. Introduction to Female Hormones and the Brain

    2. What are Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Steroids?

    3. Estrogen

    4. Progesterone

    5. Neuroactive Hormones and the HPA Axis

    6. Section 2 Knowledge Check

    1. Introduction to Women's Health

    2. Women's Mental Health

    3. Mental Health and the Menstrual Cycle

    4. Mental Health and Menopause

    5. Depression

    6. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

    7. Physical Health

    8. Section 3 Knowledge Check

    1. Introduction to History of Women's Mental Health

    2. History of Women’s Mental Health in Psychology Research

    3. History of Women’s Mental Health in Pre-Clinical and Clinical Research

    4. Current State of Research

    5. Section 4 Knowledge Check

    1. Introduction to Psychedelics

    2. What are Psychedelics?

    3. Classical Psychedelics

    4. Classical Psychedelics & Hormones

    5. Non-Classical Psychedelics

    6. Section 5 Knowledge Check

Fundamentals of Female Biology & Psychedelics

  • £399.00
  • 54 lessons
  • 7 hours of video content

This course is for:

  • Psychedelic practitioners and facilitators who seek to understand female-specific drug interactions to support their female clients

  • Researchers who seek to understand and incorporate female-specific drug interactions in their work

  • Women interested in psychedelic therapies who would like to deepen their understanding of psychedelic interactions with female bodies

  • Note: This course is not for women seeking advice on self medicating with psychedelics

Female Biology & Psychedelics Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Understand the fluctuations of ovarian hormones throughout the lifespan and reproductive cycle

  • Describe the mechanism of effect of classical and non-classical psychedelics and interactions of with female hormones

  • Discuss psychosocial drivers behind women’s mental health (eg. sociocultural factors including sexual violence), and how they influence the contextual factors involved with the safety and efficacy of psychedelic use

  • Identify the influence of ovarian hormones on the brain, body, and women's mental health

  • Provide an overview of psychedelic treatment indications for female-specific conditions and those that disproportionately affect women (eg. menopause, PMS/PMDD, depression, PTSD, and more)

  • Define female-specific considerations for multiple psychedelic treatment modalities including psychedelic assisted therapy, psychedelic retreats, and microdosing

Fundamentals: Female Hormonal Systems & Psychedelic Use

This course takes learners on a journey through the female hormonal system and its role in psychedelic-assisted outcomes. With topics ranging from the lifespan of the female hormonal system, its influence on the brain and on mental health, psychosocial dimensions of women's mental health, and the potential for psychedelic substances to uniquely address female-specific conditions - this course is a first of its kind. Including 5.5 hours of video content, downloadable resources, and regular knowledge checks, the Fundamentals of Female Biology & Psychedelics promises to change your perspective on female biology and psychedelic use.

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FAQ

  • How long is the course?

    The course consists of 8 modules with 3-8 sections in each module. The total course content include 6 hours of video that can be taken at your own pace. All course content is downloadable, including all lecture slides and a knowledge review and check at the end of each module.

  • What is the course delivery?

    The course will be delivered through the Thinkific platform. You will be able to go at your own pace through the content and review in any order you'd like. You will have lifetime access to all content.

  • Will I be able to receive continuing education credits for the course?

    The course currently does not have the capacity to offer continuing education credits, but will add value to your professional skillset and knowledge in the psychedelic field. You will receive a certificate of completion from Hystelica upon completion.

  • What happens after I purchase the course?

    You will receive an email from our course hosting platform with all information on how to access the videos and downloadable content.

  • Is the course online and do I have to attend live?

    Yes, the training is online but all content is pre-recorded. There are no live sessions of the course.

  • Are there any requirements or pre-requisites to the course?

    No, anyone with an interest in women’s health and psychedelics is welcome to join the course, as we begin with fundamental concept in neuroscience, psychology and biology.

  • How can I reach someone if I have questions about course material or course administration??

    Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.