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Roland Griffiths
1946 - 2023
Roland Griffiths
1946 - 2023
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BORN
1946
DIED
2023
Roland Griffiths Obituary
Roland Griffiths was a psychopharmacologist and psychedelics researcher who helped pioneer the study of psychedelic-assisted therapy for depression, anxiety, addiction, and PTSD.
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David Romanic
December 19, 2023
Truly a bright light in the field of behavioral medicine .
Charlene Ludwig
December 13, 2023
He helped me with my migraines back in 2015 till 2022 when we last talked...I will miss home forever was a great man ...
Susan Merrill
November 9, 2023
Like Gary Schoener, I met "Timmy" in the shared graduate house known as Despie manor. His easy laugh and smile fit well in that joyful company of psychology graduate students who loved to play, tease and debate. A long time passed before I saw his work with psychedelics cited in Michael Pollan´s book "How to Change Your Mind" and to see his stunning contributions in this realm that had so long been abandoned.
Gary Schoener
November 8, 2023
Roland was always "Timmy" to myself and our room-mates. We were graduate students in psychiatry research at the U. of Minnesota and lived together in a house called "Despie Manor." I have a ton of fond and funny memories and have been hunting for old photographs. That was 50 years ago. Recently he got back in touch with myself and other former roommates to share with us his diagnosis and impending death. Condolences to all. If there is to be a memorial I would like to send some things and/or attend.
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Laura Doane
October 22, 2023
I met Dr. Griffiths when I was hired as a staff nurse at BPRU in 1976. I later became head nurse until I left in 1992. We worked closely together as BPRU expanded. This field of Behavioral Research was all new to me and I have many positive memories. Thank you for all your contributions. May you Rest In Peace.
Diane Bielefeld
October 21, 2023
What an amazing life to have contributed so much to so many through his studies of the effects psilocybin can have on living a more meaningful, conscious life. Thank you Dr. Griffiths for all you are and contributed to the world. We are so grateful for everything you shared with us. May your journey continue to light the cosmos as no doubt you will!!
Elizabeth Bell
October 19, 2023
R.I.P. Roland
Andrea Vansickel
October 19, 2023
Roland was an inspiration to the next generation of scientists. He was the objective, open-minded thought leader that we should all strive to become. His method of provoking thought and inquiry among his peers and mentees was unparalleled. He will be deeply missed.
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