Veterans Applaud Trump’s Move on Psychedelic Drugs for PTSD Treatment
President Donald Trump has taken a significant step by signing an executive order that allows research into the use of psychedelic drugs for treating PTSD and various mental health conditions. This action has gained the support of many Americans, particularly military veterans. Prominent figures such as former Energy Secretary Rick Perry and retired Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell have advocated for these treatments.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary has discussed the potential therapeutic breakthroughs that could arise from this executive order. Meanwhile, a different issue involving former Netflix executive Kevin Baillie has surfaced. According to court documents reported by The New York Post, Baillie has filed a lawsuit against Netflix after he was terminated from his position at Eyeline Studios in April. He alleges that his dismissal was linked to his disclosure of undergoing medically supervised ketamine therapy for depression during a workplace retreat.
The lawsuit claims that Netflix denied Baillie up to one year of severance pay following his termination. The complaint states that Baillie participated in ketamine therapy at a Santa Barbara clinic in 2022 due to clinical depression after the loss of his mother. This treatment was prescribed and conducted under medical supervision.
Baillie revealed his treatment experience during a vulnerability-trust exercise, which encouraged employees to share personal stories. However, a Netflix investigator allegedly suggested the therapy might have been recreational drug use. The company also investigated other allegations against Baillie, including the use of profanity and consumption of alcohol. Previous performance feedback had addressed his language but did not mandate an end to swearing altogether.
During the retreat, Baillie shared an anecdote about his former father-in-law teaching him to drink a Guinness while standing on his head. A colleague requested a demonstration, and Baillie obliged to maintain the session’s promoted openness.
Netflix’s culture memo suggests fostering vulnerability, encouraging feedback, and openly admitting mistakes. Their ‘keeper test’ for employment decisions involves evaluating if one would fight to retain an employee or rehire them with current knowledge.
As of Monday, Netflix had not publicly responded to Baillie’s allegations. Meanwhile, Fox News Digital sought comments from both Baillie and Netflix, yet no immediate responses were received.
Baillie is pursuing a jury trial, seeking compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages. He previously contributed to visual effects for successful franchises like ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ and ‘Harry Potter.’