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Americans Facing Dangers at Psychedelic Clinics Abroad
People traveling to other countries for drug-assisted therapy are finding themselves in risky situations without enough medical support.
A sign for a clinic offering psychedelic therapy in a foreign country.
By John Doe
Reporting from United States of America 
Aug. 27, 2026, 10:07 a.m. - 1 day, 19 hours ago
More Americans are traveling to other countries to try psychedelic drugs like ayahuasca or ibogaine. These drugs are often used in group settings to help with mental health issues. People hope these treatments will cure depression, anxiety, or addiction.
However, there is a big problem. Many of these clinics are not regulated. This means there are no strict rules to keep patients safe.
Some people have reported terrible experiences. In some cases, patients have been left alone while feeling very sick or scared. Others have reported being treated poorly or even abused by the people running the sessions.
Because these clinics are outside the United States, American doctors cannot help if something goes wrong. If a patient has a bad reaction to the drugs, they might not have the right medicine or equipment nearby to save them.
Experts warn that travelers often trust these clinics because of good reviews online. But those reviews can be fake or misleading.
Before you go, it is important to know that you are taking a huge risk. You have no legal protection if you get hurt, and you might not be getting the medical care you need.
Source: The New York Times
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