A popular modern trend involves taking tiny amounts of psychedelic mushrooms to boost brain power, but new evidence suggests the benefits may be largely imaginary. A rigorous scientific investigation ...

Clinical research during the past decade has discovered that ingesting a single dose of some psychedelics can produce long-lasting mental health benefits—weeks to years. Most interesting is that these ...

For years, people from CEOs to novelists have taken tiny amounts of psychedelics to support well-being. New research shows ...

Mar. 17—SANTA FE — After being injured during combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Chris Peskuski returned to civilian life damaged both physically and emotionally. Even before deciding to leave the ...

A new investigation published in the journal Neuropharmacology offers a nuanced perspective on the popular practice of ...

A single dose of psilocybin, a compound found in "magic mushrooms" provides long-term relief from anxiety and depression in cancer patients, a new study finds.In fact, cancer patients who were given ...

The ancient Mayans discovered the delightful secrets of psilocybin mushrooms. Most users, then and now, typically consume large doses of the dried psilocybin-containing mushroom (about 20 grams) or ...

Psilocybin-the psychedelic compound that occurs naturally in certain “magic” mushroom species-has been shown in trials to provide long-term treatment for depression and anxiety. But the chemical’s ...

Researchers have developed a new model to study the antidepressant and anti-anxiety effects of psilocybin in mice.

Corinne Carey, a public-policy attorney, advocates for the medicinal benefits of psilocybin and testified before state lawmakers on Tuesday. Another advocate who didn't attend the hearing, Joshua ...