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Combining DMT with SSRIs Bolsters DMT’s Efficacy in Treating Severe Depression

The psychedelic renaissance movement was ignited by the idea that classical psychedelics like psilocybin, MDMA, LSD and DMT are potentially more effective in treating mental health conditions than traditional medications such as SSRIs. Now,…

Under the guidance of psychiatrist Franz Vollenweider and Zen master Vanja Palmers, a group of first-time psychedelic users received psilocybin on the final day of a 5-day meditation retreat.

Monks on Mushrooms: ‘Descending the Mountain’ Pairs Zen with Psychedelics

Culture, Research

"Descending the Mountain" is one of the best documentaries about psychedelics since "Fantastic Fungi."

Psychedelics Can Relieve Chronic Pain, New Survey Suggests

Research

A survey of 170 volunteers found chronic pain was relieved by both macro- and microdoses of classic psychedelics, including LSD and psilocybin.

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MDMA Successfully Treats PTSD in Another Phase 3 Trial Sponsored by MAPS

Research, Treatment

"MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD is on track to be considered for approval by the FDA in 2024," says MAPS founder and president Rick Doblin.

The Millennium’s Primer Series: Neuroinflammation as a Barrier to the Success of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies

Research, Treatment

Initial clinical trials into this exciting frontier have unveiled promising outcomes, showcasing remarkable improvements in clinical results using anti-inflammatory, nanoliposomal products prior to the application of a psychedelic agent.

Michigan Lawmakers Urge Congress to Consider Psychedelics to Treat Veterans

Policy, Research

State senators are calling on U.S. Congress officials overseeing veteran care to "prioritize research and investment" into psychedelics and other mental health treatment techniques that could reduce suicides.

5 Fascinating Insights From Top Psychedelics Researcher

5 Fascinating Insights From a Top Psychedelics Researcher

Education, Research

Dr. Matthew Johnson, one of the most published psychedelics researchers in the world, shares two decades worth of wisdom.

Yet Another Study Determines Psilocybin Provides 'Rapid and Sustained Anti-Depressant Effect'

New Study Determines Psilocybin Provides ‘Rapid and Sustained Antidepressant Effect’

Research, Treatment

One of the largest studies yet lends more evidence to the view that psilocybin "may hold promise as a novel intervention for major depressive disorder."