More and more attention
In recent years, psychedelics have been receiving increasing attention due to their healing potential in combination with therapeutic support. In a previous article, we wrote about this. Netflix and psychedelics. Recently, more and more films and documentaries have been released, so we have updated the top 3 documentaries on Netflix. Our updated top 3 documentaries about psychedelics on Netflix read it at the bottom of this article.
LSD, psilocybin MDMA and mescaline
The Netflix documentary "How To Change Your Mind" focuses on LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, and mescaline. Besides explaining the history of these substances, the program also explores their therapeutic potential. Below, we've compiled an overview of their uses and whether they're legal in the Netherlands. We've incorporated scientific sources and our own knowledge and experience into this list.
| Session | Legal | In case of depression | PTSD | Addiction | Trauma | Anxiety disorder | Low self-esteem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSD | Via analog | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Psilocybin | Via truffles | Preference | Yes | Preference | Yes | Yes | Preference |
| MDMA | No* | No | Preference | No | Yes | Preference | Yes |
| Mescaline | Via cacti | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
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Top 3 productions on Netflix about psychedelics
Netflix already has several documentaries about psychedelics, but there are a few that are definitely worth watching. We've compiled a top 3 for you so you can start watching the most interesting and comprehensive documentaries right away. Which documentary do you like best, and which psychedelic do you think is the best? You can find our preferences in our list.
3: The Mind Explained
Season 1, episode 5, explains the effects of psychedelics. If you have more time, you can watch both seasons 1 and 2 in their entirety to learn more about your own brain.
Click here for The Mind Explained on Netflix
2: How To Change Your Mind
How to Change Your Mind is based on the book by Michael Pollan. The book describes several different psychedelic substances well and in detail. Each episode covers a different psychedelic. Because of its comprehensiveness, this documentary is in the top 3 of this list.
View here How To Change Your Mind on Netflix
1: Fantastic Fungi
Fantastic Fungi focuses primarily on the medicinal properties of mushrooms and other fungi. It also covers psilocybin-containing mushrooms, which can induce psychedelic/mystical experiences. We believe this documentary best explains the power of mushrooms, and it's beautifully filmed. Watch the Fantastic Fungi trailer here to get a feel for the various topics covered:
Unfortunately, Fantastic Fungi has disappeared from Netflix. It is still available Prime Video available.