Magic mushroom therapy tested to soothe the dying
Symptom relief
Completed
This small pilot study explored whether a single dose of psilocybin (the active compound in 'magic mushrooms'), combined with supportive talk therapy, could help reduce feelings of hopelessness and distress in people receiving hospice care. Fifteen participants with a terminal il…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yvan Beaussant, MD, MSci • Aim: Symptom relief
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