Psilocybin, the active ingredient in ‘shrooms’, could alleviate depression – and the benefits may be even greater amongst the ...
The active ingredient in magic mushrooms is a particularly effective treatment for symptoms of depression in older patients, ...
Findings are encouraging but further evidence is needed before any clinical recommendations can be made, say experts.
A new study highlights the potential of psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, as a treatment for anorexia nervosa (AN), a ...
International scientists argue psilocybin could be used to treat depression on a larger scale but important questions remain unanswered.
Scientists are exploring the use of psychedelic drugs as a potential treatment for depression, anxiety and post-traumatic ...
A new study published in the British Medical Journal found potential in the use of psilocybin to treat depression, with the greatest improvements seen in older patients, those with secondary ...
Thoughts of offing myself abated after the third week of treatment, and my depression was all but gone after the full round.
Depression is thought to affect approximately 5% of adults worldwide. It encompasses several different depressive disorders, including major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and ...
Magic mushrooms” could be used to tackle one of the nation’s worst mental health crises, with the latest research suggesting ...
The move comes in tandem with growing interest in the use of psilocybin, the active component in magic mushrooms, for ...