Psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound in some mushrooms, has therapeutic potential. Research shows it could help people who have anxiety or treatment-resistant depression. Taking it with the supervision and guidance of a therapist is considered as the best approach.
Psilocybin was recently decriminalized in a few cities, and researchers across the country have been studying it to see if it can help treat conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound in some mushrooms, has therapeutic potential.
- Research shows it could help people who have anxiety or treatment-resistant depression.
- Taking it with the supervision and guidance of a therapist is the best approach.
- People with psychosis or a heart condition shouldn’t take it.
- Microdosing is not well studied and could be more harmful than helpful.