Magic mushrooms for Burned-Out doctors? small trial begins

NCT ID NCT06814522

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of California, San Diego Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, combined with therapy can help reduce burnout in doctors. Ten UCSD physicians with long-term burnout symptoms will receive the drug and be monitored for safety and mood changes. It is an early-stage trial focused on feasibility, not a proven treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: psilocybin (a psychedelic drug)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a new treatment for burnout in healthcare workers.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, small trial with only 10 participants, so results may not apply widely. Psychedelic therapy can cause temporary emotional distress or anxiety.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Psychological occupation-related stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BURNOUT BURNOUT, HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

UC San Diego
RECRUITING

San Diego, California, 92037, United States

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