Beyond the "magic mushrooms," several specific (though briefly mentioned) medical cases in the episode could lead to interesting academic reading:
If you are looking for an related to the medical science shown in that episode, you might find the following research topics particularly relevant: 1. The Science of Accidental Hallucinogen Ingestion
is the title of the specific episode you are referencing ( The Good Doctor S05E14), and it centers on a medical crisis where the hospital staff accidentally ingests psilocybin (magic mushrooms) at a company lunch.
: This paper from the National Institutes of Health (PMC) explores the different types of hallucinations, specifically noting that "frightening content" is often a hallmark of hallucinations induced by drugs or delirium, which mirrors the chaos seen at St. Bonaventure. 2. Clinical Use vs. Accidental Poisoning