Psilocybin is a hallucinogenic chemical found in a certain family of mushrooms such as Copelandia, Panaeolus, Pholiotina, Pluteus, Psilocybe, Gymnopilus, and Inocybe. Mushrooms that contain psilocybin are called “magic mushrooms” and can be found in Europe, Mexico, South America, and the United...
The trial, which involved 93 participants diagnosed with AUD, demonstrated that those who received two doses of psilocybin had an 83% average reduction in alcohol consumption within an eight-month period from the start of t...
Microdosing with magic mushrooms can significantly enhance emotional regulation through the modulation of serotonin receptors in the brain, primarily the 5-HT2A receptor. Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, binds to these receptors, promoting the release of neurotransmitters that stabilize ...
Similar to micro-dosing, or the practice of taking a small amount of a psychedelic drug like cannabis or psilocybin to boost your mood and creativity, porn dosing involves watching to or listening to porn or reading erotica in short bursts throughout the week for a small pleasure boost. ...
Cancer patients who were treated with a one-time, single dose of the psychedelic drug psilocybin, combined with psychotherapy, showed significant benefits on measures of emotional and existential distress nearly 5 years after receiving the therapy, new research indicates. In addition to reporting ...
There has been growth in the use of psychedelics by the global population in recent years. In addition to recreational and ritualistic use, recent research into psychedelics has brought advances for treating mental disorders. Understanding the specific circumstances in which psilocybin leads to positive...
Taking psilocybin, a hallucinogenic substance that comes from what’s colloquially known as “magic mushrooms” may help treat a number of mental health concerns — though research is emerging and legalities are complex.iStock (2); Jamie Grill Atlas/Stocksy; Jeff Wasserman/Stocksy; Stocksy When we...
1. Psilocybin Psilocybin is a mind-altering compound similar to LSD or DMT (Dimethyltryptamine) found in over 200 species of mushrooms. Often calledmagic mushrooms, these edible North American psilocybin fungi have effects including “euphoria, visual and mental hallucinations, changes in perception, ...
Over the past few years, the conversation surrounding recreational and medical use of psilocybin has shifted due to growing evidence of its significant mental health benefits. This newfound social acceptance of psilocybin has led to significant advancements in local and state law and policy. Read on...
Australia has approved the use of psilocybin and MDMA for treatment-resistant depression and PTSD. The Role of Underground Clinics: Underground psychedelic clinics operate in regions where substances remain illegal, offering treatments often led by non-licensed practitioners. ...