The biggest psychedelic news for the week of August 3rd

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – August 3rd

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Massachusetts is pushing for legalization on the 2024 ballot, a move that could change the game. A recent study has found intriguing parallels between psychedelic and near-death experiences, deepening our understanding of these substances. Despite a shrinking stock universe, the field is buzzing with potential, especially with new insights into how psychedelics impact our brain and social cognition. However, federal laws are blocking further research due to Schedule I restrictions.
The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week - July 28

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 28

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Michael Pollan provides insights into the current psychedelic landscape. Minneapolis mayor unilaterally deprioritizes entheogen-related arrests. Synthetic psilocybin-assisted therapy shows promise in treating anorexia nervosa.
Mayor of Minneapolis Issues Executive Order Making Psychedelics The City’s ‘Lowest Law Enforcement Priority’

Mayor of Minneapolis Issues Executive Order Making Psychedelics The City’s ‘Lowest Law Enforcement Priority’

The executive order includes various types of psychedelics such as ”indole amines, tryptamines, and phenethylamines; including, but not limited to, psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca tea, mescaline, and iboga."
The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 21

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 21

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House committee blocks psychedelic amendments to a defense bill. Texan doctors want to investigate psychedelic psychotherapy’s effectiveness for late-stage cancer distress. Researchers have compared the brain activity of depressive patients on psilocybin vs. antidepressants.
The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 14

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 14

Berkeley joins the list of cities that have decriminalized entheogens. California is one step away from legalizing natural psychedelics. Two philanthropists have made significant contributions toward psychedelic research.
Berkeley Officially Decriminalizes Possession of Psilocybin Mushrooms

Berkeley Officially Decriminalizes Possession of Psilocybin Mushrooms and Ayahuasca

Now the city has moved to officially deprioritize arrests for possession and use of psilocybin and ayahuasca (see page 758), creating a new paradigm as dozens of cities across the United States move to recognize these naturally-occurring compounds' mental health potential. 
The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week - July 7

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – July 7

Australia becomes a pioneer in psychedelic legalization. New study finds a link between microdosing and authenticity. The struggle to expand access to psychedelics continues in the U.S. Congress.
Australia Becomes the First Country to Prescribe Psychedelics to Treat Depression and PTSD

Australia Becomes the First Country to Prescribe Psychedelics to Treat Depression and PTSD

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Australia has become the first country to prescribe MDMA to treat PTSD and psilocybin to combat treatment-resistant depression.
The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – June 30

The Biggest Psychedelic News Stories of the Week – June 30

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In yet another eventful week in the psychedelics sphere, more clear signs depict psychedelics’ popularity and acceptance.
RFK Jr. Vows to Legalize Psychedelics and Marijuana, Allocating Revenue for Healing Centers Supporting Addiction RecoveryIn The Light Photography / Shutterstock

RFK Jr. Vows to Legalize Psychedelics and Marijuana, Allocating Revenue for Healing Centers Supporting Addiction Recovery

Although he doesn’t mean “blanket legalization”, the candidate wants to make it easy for psychiatrists and therapists who are trained to be able to use psychedelics on their patients.