Magic Mushrooms
Coverage of Magic Mushrooms in the Nexus archive.
- Just 3 doses of magic mushrooms may treat anorexia: study
A study suggests that 2-3 doses of magic mushrooms may help treat anorexia. Doctors are hopeful this approach could lead to a medical breakthrough.
- Woman's unexpected turnaround in Alzheimer's symptoms follows psychedelic use
A woman with advanced Alzheimer's regained speech and memories after using magic mushrooms. Additional health topics include exercise's potential to reduce dementia risk, concerns about alcohol and soda drinks, and new sunscreen options.
- The giveaway signs YOUR loved one is on drugs: From cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy and even magic mushrooms - these are the telltale clues in someone's eyes, behaviour and toilet habits
An article providing information on recognizing signs of drug use in loved ones, covering multiple substances including cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy, and magic mushrooms. The piece identifies observable indicators across physical appearance, behavioral patterns, and other telltale signs.
- Cocaine addicts could quit after a single dose of magic mushrooms, study suggests
A study suggests that cocaine addicts could quit after a single dose of magic mushrooms. The study implies a potential breakthrough in addiction treatment. Magic mushrooms contain psilocybin, which may aid in quitting cocaine.
- Cocaine addicts could quit after a single dose of magic mushrooms, study suggests
A study suggests that a single dose of magic mushrooms could help cocaine addicts quit. The study's findings indicate a potential breakthrough in treating addiction. Magic mushrooms contain the psychoactive compound psilocybin, which may aid in addiction recovery.
- Magic mushrooms could be effective treatment for cocaine addiction, study shows
A new clinical trial shows that a single dose of psilocybin could be an effective treatment for cocaine addiction, with participants who received psilocybin being more likely to abstain from cocaine than those who received a placebo. The study was published in Jama Network Open and involved 19 participants who received psilocybin and 17 who received a placebo. Psilocybin is found in magic mushrooms.
- Police dog handler who was caught trying to import magic mushrooms after his own colleagues carried out undercover sting is banned for life
A police dog handler was caught trying to import magic mushrooms and has been banned for life after his own colleagues carried out an undercover sting. The incident highlights a case of internal misconduct within the police force. The handler's actions were deemed unacceptable and resulted in severe consequences.
- Science gets closer to understanding how a psychedelic trip changes the brain
A study focused on psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms, to understand how it changes the brain. The research aims to uncover the effects of psychedelic trips on the brain. This breakthrough brings science closer to understanding the neural impacts of psilocybin.
- Think microdosing is about mushrooms and LSD? New research says otherwise
New research from the University of California, San Diego reveals that tens of millions of Americans are intentionally consuming tiny amounts of psychoactive substances, with microdosing on cannabis being more prevalent than previously known. The conversation has centered on psychedelics like LSD or magic mushrooms. Microdosing is a growing trend among U.S. adults.
- Shameless Portland man, 28, files $17.5m lawsuit against police after he got so high on magic mushrooms and marijuana that he burned all but two of his fingers off
A 28-year-old man from Portland filed a $17.5 million lawsuit against local police after burning most of his fingers while under the influence of magic mushrooms and marijuana. The incident occurred when the man, intoxicated, allegedly caused the injury himself, leading to the legal action.
- ‘I didn’t want to be on medication the rest of my life’: veteran runs psilocybin retreats for PTSD before FDA approval
Veteran Jesse Gould, who developed PTSD after three combat deployments in Afghanistan, turned to psilocybin retreats instead of long-term medication. Researchers suggest psilocybin may help with trauma but caution against expanded access without FDA approval.
- The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
The NHS is debating the use of magic mushrooms for depression treatment. Clinical trials since 2022 have shown promising results for psychedelic medicines in treating depression. The discussion highlights potential breakthroughs in mental health care.