Psilocybin from "magic mushrooms" has been found in studies to ease the depression and anxiety of individuals with cancer and ...

Despite its therapeutic potential, much about how psilocybin works remains unclear. Most research to date has focused on its effects in reducing fear and anxiety or enhancing emotional processing ...

The task force report says psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in mushrooms, may offer treatment for depression, anxiety, ...

Psilocybin-assisted therapy induced positive personality changes in adults with alcohol use disorder, which may help to ...

Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy (PAP) has been shown to potentially have mental health benefits for patients with cancer, ...

In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the interest and acceptance of psilocybin mushrooms across Canada.

The popularity of psilocybin is fast-rising, with an estimated 8 million American adults using it in 2023.  The percentage of US adults who have used psilocybin at least once in their lifetime, ...

In the first study, a team of experts at NYU Langone Health found that psilocybin accompanied by psychotherapy significantly reduced anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, anger toward others ...

Analysis of two trials indicates psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy may benefit the mental health of patients with cancer.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced a bill they hope will bring relief to veterans and others suffering from serious ...

Psilocybin, the psychoactive ingredient in ... Both drugs have also shown potential for treatment of anxiety, anorexia, and substance addiction. While Canada and Israel permit individual use ...