Hallucinogens

Psilocybin may be effective for treatment-resistant depression

Participants in a phase II study, who received 25mg of psilocybin alongside psychological support, reported lower levels of depression than participants who received lower doses of the psychedelic drug.…

Psychedelics not associated with mental health problems, researchers say

People who have ever used psychedelic drugs are no more likely than non-users to experience mental health problems, say researchers.…

Beware the psychedelic effects of zombie cucumber

Andrew Haynes describes a white flower, the so-called “zombie cucumber”, which can induce hallucinations when ingested.…

Psychedelics: entering a new age of addiction therapy

Psilocybin, the compound that makes mushrooms magic, is showing promise as a treatment for several psychiatric illnesses.…