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MondayDec 04, 2023 3:12 pm

Psilocybin Clinics Swamped as Out-of-State Patients Flock to Oregon

In 2020, the state of Oregon became the first in the country to legalize psilocybin mushrooms for mental-health treatment through a voter-approved initiative. In January 2023, the state became the first in the country to legalize adult=use psilocybin. In June, Oregon launched its first licensed psilocybin services center. Since then, 17 other licensed centers have launched, with the number of out-of-state visitors recorded thus far being significantly greater than patients from Oregon. Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic that is produced by more than 200 mushroom species. Numerous studies have shown that this psychedelic compound holds the potential to treat…

FridayDec 01, 2023 12:32 pm

Massachusetts Governor Proposes Bill to Explore Psychedelics Treatments for Veterans

Earlier this month, the governor of Massachusetts filed a measure that would modernize services, increase benefits and promote inclusivity for veterans in the state. Governor Maura Healey filed the resolution, christened the Hero Act, on Veterans Day. The measure would establish a private-public working group to conduct research on the health benefits of psychedelic substances as treatments for veterans suffering from mental health or physical disorders related to their service. It would also expand behavioral-health treatment and provide IVF reimbursement for service members in the LGBTQ community. This isn’t the first psychedelic-focused measure to be introduced in the state, which…

ThursdayNov 30, 2023 1:56 pm

Study Identifies Potential Challenges from Long-Term Psychedelic Use

New research has looked into the lasting challenges people face after using psychedelics such as LSD and psilocybin. The researchers’ motivation lay in the increasing interest in and use of psychedelics for therapeutic purposes as well as personal growth. Numerous studies have shown that psychedelics have the potential to treat conditions such as anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Despite the benefits, however, some individuals may experience challenges following a psychedelic experience. For their research, the investigators used channels such as newsletters, social media, newspaper ads and email lists to recruit more than 600 adults who had experienced challenges that…

WednesdayNov 29, 2023 3:07 pm

Four Ways to Boost the Nascent Psychedelics Industry

It is estimated that at least 57 million individuals in America have a mental-health condition. Of this number, roughly 14 million suffer from serious mental issues. Despite these huge numbers, conventional treatments aren’t effective for a significant number of patients, which has prompted many to seek alternative treatments. Psychedelic therapy is one of the popular alternatives as numerous studies have shown that psychedelics could relieve mental health conditions like such as depression, anxiety, substance use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. For instance, trials conducted by MAPS have demonstrated effectiveness in the use of MDMA in managing post-traumatic stress disorder. The…

TuesdayNov 28, 2023 12:50 pm

Study Suggests Stacking Psychedelic Microdoses with ADHD Medication Could Improve Outcomes

Psychedelics have captured the scientific and mental-health communities’ attention due to extensive claims of their medical efficacy, particularly against hard-to-treat mental disorders. Several studies have connected psychedelics such as psilocybin (magic mushrooms), LSD and MDMA with significant and long-term improvements in mental health. These studies have found that psychedelic therapy can be especially effective when it is paired with traditional psychotherapy and often induces profound and long-term benefits at small doses and with relatively few side effects. Even though the psychedelic field is still in the early research phase, results from clinical studies as well as anecdotal accounts have been…

MondayNov 27, 2023 2:48 pm

Massachusetts Psychedelic Ballot Measure Faces Signature Setback

Efforts to get plant-based psychedelic substances legalized in the state of Massachusetts may have hit a snag after one regulation on gathering signatures was violated. The regulation in question was the printing of the logo of a labor union on ballot sheets, which may have invalidated the whole process. This oversight may prevent the measure from being included on the 2024 ballot. Deborah O’Malley, a spokesperson for the Secretary of State's Office, revealed that the elections’ division found the disqualifying marks and informed the legalization campaign. O’Malley explained that any stray marks or modifications invalidated the whole sheet. The legalization…

WednesdayNov 22, 2023 2:17 pm

Wonderland Miami 2023 Focuses on Practical Psychedelic Business Updates, Marvels

From Nov. 9-11, 2023, hundreds of speakers and exhibitors as well as thousands of attendees congregated at Ice Palace Film Studios to discuss the applications of psychedelics during Wonderland Miami 2023. Unlike last year’s iteration of the conference, which focused on the hallmarks of a maturing sector, the 2023 Wonderland Conference honed in on the wonders of psychedelics and their practical business applications. The event featured more than 250 speakers, 60 exhibitors and close to 5,000 attendees diving deep into the functionality of various psychedelics and how they can help to improve human health and wellness. The third Wonderland conference…

TuesdayNov 21, 2023 3:01 pm

Psychedelics Could Provide Revolutionary Way to Save Millions in Healthcare Costs

Johns Hopkins University recently held a congressional briefing series that was attended by experts from different fields, including policymakers as well as members of the public. During the briefings, associate professor Matthew Eisenberg posited that treatment with psychedelic substances in the long-term could save millions in dollars for the healthcare system while also transforming it. Eisenberg cited data showing that one in twenty-five individuals in America suffered from a severe mental illness while one in five adults had a mental illness. He explained that the standard of care treatment for mental conditions involved cognitive therapy and the long-term use of…

MondayNov 20, 2023 4:04 pm

Psychedelics Offer Hope to Trans People Facing Mental-Health Challenges

Many experts believe psychedelic-assisted therapy represents a new frontier in psychiatric treatments. A growing body of scientific literature has connected various psychedelics with significant and long-term improvements in mental health with barely any side effects. Consequently, plenty of experts in the scientific and medical communities now consider psychedelics as potential treatments for debilitating mental conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), treatment-resistant depression and eating disorders. But with psychedelic research still in its infancy, scientists are studying hallucinogens such as psilocybin, LSD and ayahuasca diligently and making discoveries regularly. Recent research efforts have found that hallucinogens may also be able…

FridayNov 17, 2023 11:54 am

Psychedelic Cup in Denver Attracts People Curious About Psilocybin

Late last year, voters in the state of Colorado approved the Natural Medicine Health Act, which decriminalized the personal use of substances such as psilocybin mushrooms for those aged 21 years and older. This year, another measure that legalized testing laboratories for psychedelic substances was approved. The Psychedelic Club of Denver, a volunteer-run nonprofit organization, is focused on community education, harm reduction and destigmatization of psychedelic substances. The club recently hosted its first-ever competition for homegrown psilocybin mushrooms, called the Psychedelic Cup. The goal of the event was to collect data on different psilocybin mushrooms that was previously unknown in…

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