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Alex began writing for the Fool in early 2020 and follows companies in the healthcare sector. Formerly a researcher in the biotech industry, he leverages his science background in his work as a writer and entrepreneur. His interests include exploring his hometown of Boston, traveling in Latin America, and value investing.
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If you've ever struggled with anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma, you know that securing your peace of mind is hard work. And the treatments currently available for those conditions don't suffice for everyone suffering from them. So it's worth paying attention to the fact that some in the pharmaceutical industry are now doing serious research into the possibility that psychedelic drugs might be genuinely useful at helping people treat these tricky issues.