Magic mushroom therapy tested for veteran PTSD
NCT ID NCT05554094
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, can safely help veterans with PTSD. Fifteen veterans will receive two doses of psilocybin in a supervised therapy setting. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in PTSD symptoms.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
psilocybin
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for PTSD in veterans, potentially easing symptoms like flashbacks and anxiety.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 15 people and no placebo group. Results may not apply to all veterans, and psilocybin can cause temporary psychological distress.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Davis Medical Research Center
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States