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What once appeared to be the picture-perfect life of an international supermodel was, behind the scenes, a living nightmare.

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Ibogaine is a plant-derived psychedelic medication that is illegal in the U.S. and many other countries. It causes hallucinations that can last more than 24 hours and cause cardiac problems. Studies ...