Tuesday Brunch: Another twist in The Tell of Amy Griffin

Amy Griffin, a celebrity tied to MDMA therapy through her memoir and philanthropy, faces escalating controversy over claims of recovered memories of childhood abuse. The piece summarizes the mainstream debate around recovered or repressed memories and points to related research context, including a psilocybin trial where some participants reported uncovering memories of abuse, alongside expert caution about whether such memories should be affirmed or treated as verified. It then focuses on reporting that cast doubt on Griffin’s account. The original New York Times coverage questioned details and alleged that the teacher depicted in the memoir could be identified locally, and it follows up with a new report that a classmate is suing Griffin, her ghostwriter Sam Lansky, and publishers for privacy and emotional harm-related claims. The author also notes upcoming online events connected to psychedelics education and (ex) Mormon perspectives.