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Daily Mail: Netflix fans rave over 'most amazing documentary they've seen in years' about 'heartbreaking' struggles of veterans returning home from war

Filter: “In Waves and War” Highlights Veterans’ Suffering, Psychedelic Hope

The Gripping Story Behind Netflix’s In Waves and War

In the article, titled “The Gripping Story Behind Netflix’s In Waves and War,” writer Olivia B. Waxman explores how the documentary shines a bright light on a group of U.S. Navy SEALs using the psychedelic substance ibogaine to treat PTSD and depression. The piece details how veterans traveled abroad for treatment, how researchers at Stanford University are following their progress, and how the film spotlights the broader veteran‑suicide crisis and the role of the nonprofit Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) in making this story visible.

International Documentary Association: Producer's Diary: 'In Waves and War'

In this behind-the-scenes peek, filmmakers Bonni Cohen, Jon Shenk, and Jessica Anthony detail the production and impact pivots of their Participant-funded feature, 'In Waves and War.'

California governor signs bill to promote state psychedelics research

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California Assembly Bill 1103, a landmark law to accelerate psychedelic research—particularly focused on mental health, traumatic brain injury, and substance use disorder. Sponsored by VETS, the bill aims to benefit veterans and others by streamlining research approvals for substances like psilocybin, ibogaine, and MDMA. Amber Capone called it “a pivotal moment” for science and mental health. The law doesn’t legalize psychedelics but clears a path for responsible, expedited studies that prioritize veterans’ well-being.