What are the possible psychotherapeutic applications of psilocybin?

Question

Have any of you heard about the mental health benefits of psilocybin?

Answer 1

Yes, there is some evidence that psilocybin could work as a therapeutic agent in the context of so-called treatment-resistant depression, which is observed in 10 to 30 percent of people suffering from depression. According to early studies, psilocybin is able to markedly increase depression scores with only one or two moderate to high doses having lasting effects. Also, psilocybin administered in conjunction with therapy can, at least in some studies, be effective against alcohol and cigarette dependence, reportedly reducing consumption and increasing abstinences. Nevertheless, these results can be considered preliminary only and need further exploration.

Comments

ive struggled with alcoholism for 6 years or so. After 4 failed rehabs, im finally celebrating 5 MONTHS SOBER after an extremely impactful mushroom experience
edit: just hit my 9 month milestone :)

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I could remember few years back after my wife died, I was left alone with 3 kids. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with bipolar. Not until a friend recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment changed my life for better. I can proudly say i'm totally clean for 6 years and still counting. Always look to nature for solution to tough problems, Shrooms are phenomenal.

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My recovery journey was greatly enhanced by the therapeutic benefits of mushrooms. Other psychedelics like DMT and LSD have also proven to be remarkable.

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Psychedelics have been one of the best things that has ever happened to me. I’m excited to see the future of these wonderful little helpers.

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Psychaedelics as therapy are long overdue. Taking LSD was one of the best things I ever did for myself and it's clear from other comments that there are many others that feel the same way. It's not just a fun night out like alcohol. Used appropriately it can lead to profound changes in the way you see yourself and the wider world. Of course there still should be some level of regulation to mitigate the risks, but I really feel it would be a massive net positive for society if psychaedelics were more widely available.