https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/psilocybin-found-in-magic-mushrooms-shows-promise-as-a-treatment-for-depression
A new study from scientists in the United Kingdom says psilocybin - the active ingredient in so-called magic mushrooms - is an effective treatment for depression. Published in The BMJ, the

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/depression-psilocybin-magic-mushrooms
New research suggests that psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, may be effective in treating depression symptoms. recep-bg/Getty Images. A study has found that psilocybin appears to

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-05-psilocybin-potential-antidepressant.html
Credit: Marek Piwnicki from Pexels. Psilocybin—the active ingredient in "magic" mushrooms—is a more effective treatment for symptoms of depression than controls, providing further support for

https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/magic-mushrooms-psilocybin-depression/
New research shows potential benefits of properties in magic mushrooms as depression treatment 02:07. BALTIMORE-- There's new research on a treatment for depression that revolves around an

https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/magic-mushroom-compound-shows-promise-depression-treatment-key-study-2022-11-02/
The main psychoactive ingredient found in magic mushrooms can significantly reduce symptoms of difficult-to-treat depression, data from the largest clinical trial ever to test the keenly-watched

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/magic-mushrooms-treat-severe-depression-major-study-aims-find-rcna54856
A major study aims to find out. The largest clinical trial of psilocybin ever to be conducted is about to begin. If successful, the drug could be considered by the FDA for approval within the next

https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-022-02872-9
Magic mushrooms contain psilocybin, a psychedelic drug that shows potential as a treatment for depression. Credit: Joe Amon/Denver Post via Getty. In January 2023, Oregon is due to embark on a

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/magic-mushrooms-depression-treatment-b2538429.html
1 in 6 adults in the UK suffer from moderate to severe depression. 'Magic mushrooms' can provide effective treatment for depression after one or two doses, a new study has found. A single dose

https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-have-finally-figured-out-how-magic-mushrooms-might-relieve-depression
By Clare Watson. (Waldemar Graf/Getty Images) For many people with treatment-resistant depression, in recent years hope has been offered by psychedelics such as psilocybin, the key active ingredient in magic mushrooms. It appears that psychedelics may ' flip the switch ' on rigid brain networks, but we haven't been entirely sure how that works.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/202106/new-research-magic-mushrooms-may-lessen-depression
New research by Davis and colleagues, published in the May 2021 issue of JAMA Psychiatry, has found that psilocybin-assisted therapy is effective in the treatment of depression. Before discussing

https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/video/new-research-shows-potential-benefits-of-properties-in-magic-mushrooms-as-depression-treatment/
There's new research on a treatment for depression that revolves around an ingredient considered illegal for years. CBS2's Dr. Max Gomez says the properties in magic mushrooms could have long

https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2023/03/mushrooms-depression-psilocybin-showing-promising-results
Psilocybin is a psychoactive compound found in certain mushroom species—also known as magic mushrooms. It acts on a specific subtype of serotonin receptor in the brain, which can result in alterations to mood, cognition, and perception. It is possible that these changes in consciousness may enable therapeutic growth.

https://news.sky.com/story/amp/magic-mushrooms-effective-for-treating-depression-study-13127348
Magic mushrooms were more effective for treating depression in older people and those who had used psychedelics before, according to a new study in the BMJ. Thursday 2 May 2024 10:36, UK. Image

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2022/04/12/magic-mushrooms-depression-study/7287234001/
Magic mushroom's drug psilocybin can lead to long-term improvements in depression symptom severity, a small study has found. The study, conducted by the Imperial College of London, looked at brain

https://www.sciencealert.com/therapy-for-depression-gets-a-significant-boost-when-combined-with-psilocybin
Research Shows Magic Mushrooms Can Offer Real Benefits in Depression Therapy. Health 05 July 2017. ... demonstrating great potential for using serotonin agonists such as psilocybin to block problematic networks in the brain while therapy can be used to create more functional ones.

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/magic-mushrooms-psilocybin-depression-older-patients-study-b1155193.html
The active ingredient in magic mushrooms is a particularly effective treatment for symptoms of depression in older patients, according to a study. Scientists at the University of Oxford analysed

https://www.popsci.com/science/psilocybin-depression-brain-connectivity/
Updated on Apr 12, 2022 10:03 AM EDT. There may be some truth to the common saying that magic mushrooms will open up your mind. New research shows that psilocybin, the psychedelic compound

https://news.uga.edu/magic-mushrooms-can-treat-medication-resistant-depression-are-they-safe/
New research suggests psilocybin has similar side effects to traditional antidepressants. Commonly referred to as "magic mushrooms," psilocybin is a promising alternative treatment for people with medication-resistant depression and anxiety. Previous studies have suggested that the psychedelic fungi can have positive effects for patients

https://www.newsweek.com/psilocybin-mushrooms-treatments-psychedelics-1842412
Magic Mushrooms Treat Range of Disorders, Scientists Find. Published Nov 11, 2023 at 12:00 PM EST. By Jess Thomson. Science Reporter. More commonly known as a way to get high, the active

https://www.drugs.com/news/magic-mushroom-psilocybin-can-ease-depression-cancer-patients-study-116664.html
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 20, 2023 -- Long left to the fringes of the recreational drug culture, psilocybin -- the hallucinatory ingredient in "magic mushrooms" — has recently been making inroads as a legitimate (and fast-acting) antidepressant. Research published Dec. 18 in Cancer shows its benefits may extend to people battling cancer, who often

https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/07/health/depression-magic-mushrooms-psilocybin-wellness/index.html
Watch Sunday, December 20 at 10p ET/PT. CNN —. While magic mushrooms are known for their hallucinogenic effects, they may also have a role to play in the treatment of some mental health problems

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There's new research on a treatment for depression that revolves around an ingredient considered illegal for years. CBS2's Dr. Max Gomez says the properties

https://ground.news/article/magic-mushrooms-are-more-effective-depression-treatment-for-older-patients
Psilocybin from "magic" mushrooms shows potential as an effective treatment for depression, according to a study by The BMJ. Further research is needed to maximize its benefits. A study by scientists at the University of Oxford involving 436 participants suggests psilocybin is most beneficial for older patients with depression, past psychedelic

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-06-poison-centers-spiked-magic-mushrooms.html
Calls to poison control centers spiked across the U.S. for adolescents and young adults exposed to the hallucinogen psilocybin, according to our analysis of data from 55 U.S. poison centers