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A “Trip” That Can Cure DepressionDrugsHealthPsychedelics

A “Trip” That Can Cure

Growing evidence about the benefits of psychedelics on mental health

Writer Kim Whiting details new discoveries in the study of psychedelic drugs for mental health treatment. She says an increasing amount of studies show that small doses of psilocybin, or "magic mushrooms," can help people struggling with drug-resistant depression, anxiety and PTSD. They could also help treat addiction and eating disorders. "If only they were legal," Whiting says.

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Kim Whiting
May 21, 2026
Psychedelic Microdosing DrugsHealthPsychedelicsPublic Safety

Psychedelic Microdosing

Mushrooms shown to provide "magical" mental health benefits

An increasing number of people are using psilocybin mushrooms unsupervised, obtaining them through a legal loophole. These "magic mushrooms" can cause anxiety-filled or highly emotional trips--imagine popcorn kernels trying to eat you. However, studies have proven small doses could help people experiencing mild depression and anxiety.

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Kim Whiting
July 28, 2022
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