Mental health is on the decline all over the world. At the moment, nearly 264 million people are struggling with depression, for example. To help alleviate the symptoms of depression, many turn to anti-depressants such as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). Problem is — SSRIs aren’t always useful, focusing more on symptom suppression than root … Continue reading “Psilocybin Could Help Treat Millions with Depression”
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Mental Health Embracing Psychedelic Therapies
These days, we can make a very strong case for mind-altering treatments for mental health. Not only is the US FDA supportive of its use, but countless studies from some of the world’s leading companies are showing just how useful it can be. A study from JAMA Psychiatry just found that psilocybin “worked better than … Continue reading “Mental Health Embracing Psychedelic Therapies”
Psilocybin Could Help Alleviate Mental Health Issues
Clinical studies continue to support the use of psilocybin for mental health. A study from JAMA Psychiatry just found that psilocybin “worked better than the usual antidepressant medications,” as noted by NPR, for example. New York Univ. found “Psilocybin produced immediate, substantial, and sustained improvements in anxiety and depression and led to decreased in cancer-related … Continue reading “Psilocybin Could Help Alleviate Mental Health Issues”