Psychedelic psychiatry
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 10 Collections and/or Records:
George Greer papers
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSP 66
Scope and Contents
The George Greer papers documents his research on MDMA. The collection contains a questionnaire, article, notes, graphs, and several case reports on his research subjects. The case studies are transcriptions from handwritten notes on the 29 subjects who are mentioned in Greer’s published papers. According to Greer, there are approximately 50 handwritten reports on other subjects still in his possession, which may be donated in the future.
Dates:
1980-1986
Stanislav Grof papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 1
Abstract
This collection contains writings that document the career and research interests of psychiatrist and author Stanislav Grof. It consists primarily of published research articles and clippings discussing the therapeutic effects of psychoactive substances as well as some first-hand accounts of transcendental experiences.
Dates:
1931 - 2014; Majority of material found within 1950 - 1980
Stephen Hancoff papers
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSP 103
Abstract
This collection documents Belle Hancoff’s two LSD sessions guided by Walter Pahnke along with the help of Helen Bonny, as well as Pahnke’s discussion of Belle Hancoff’s battle with cancer in a letter to Lewis Hancoff. Stephen Hancoff discusses his mother’s illness in a response to Alexander Zaitchik’s article "lashback! Psychedelic Research Returns," and he also mentions his relationship to William Richards and Stanislav Grof.
Dates:
1968 - 2011
Maryland Psychiatric Research Center LSD Professional Training Program Study files
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 170
Abstract
This collection contains clinical evaluations and personal narratives documenting LSD sessions administered during The Maryland Psychiatric Research Center's professional training program.
Dates:
1970 - 1974
William Richards collection on Walter Pahnke
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSP 68
Scope and Contents
The William Richards Collection on Walter Pahnke (1952-1972; 0.2 cubic feet) contains materials collected and donated by William Richards that document the life and work of his close colleague, Walter Pahnke. It includes some of Pahnke's important academic writings, copies of personal manuscripts, some biographical information, writings by his wife (Eva Sontum Pahnke), and materials memorializing his untimely passing.
Dates:
1950 - 2009; Majority of material found within 1964 - 1971
William Richards papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 67
Scope and Contents
The William Richards papers is a collection of articles and article reprints written by William Richards and other colleagues including Stanislav Grof and Walter Pahnke. The articles discuss the use of LSD, DPT, psilocybin, and other psychedelics for treating terminal cancer patients and alcoholism, as well as for the study of religious and spiritual experiences. A collection of writings and clippings related to Timothy Leary and his research at Harvard University are also included. There is...
Dates:
1962 - 2014
Charles Savage papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 70
Abstract
The Charles Savage papers documents his professional and personal life focusing on his research concerning the therapeutic use of LSD and marijuana, his stay and research in West Africa, and his involvement with Spring Grove State Hospital, Maryland Psychiatric Research Center, and Friends of Psychiatric Research. The collection contains personal manuscripts, articles, grant applications, patient notes, and correspondence.
Dates:
1936 - 2003; Majority of material found within 1960 - 1970
Thomas B. Roberts papers, addition 04
Unprocessed — Box Box 1
Identifier: 20160104
Dates:
2008 - 2009
Sanford Unger papers
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSP 69
Abstract
The Sanford Unger papers (1961-1974; 0.2 cubic feet) contains writings exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances. The collection also contains the correspondence between Aldous and Laura Huxley and Sanford Unger, and an excerpt from the 1966 CBS Reports feature, “LSD The Spring Grove Experiment.”
Dates:
1961 - 1974