Psilocybin use rises across all age groups following 2019 decriminalization, study finds

Magic Mushroom Use Is Soaring in the U.S. With More Americans Turning to Psilocybin Than Cocaine or Meth

Use is up across all age groups, with rising poison calls and shifting perceptions

The psychedelic are officially revolutionizing mental health in Iowa. The House of Representatives passed, with 84 votes in favor and 6 against, a bill to allow the therapeutic use of psilocybin, the compound that makes magic in the famous hallucinogenic hongs. This compound, unlike a psychedelic party, promises to fight post-traumatic stress (PTSD), depression and even addictions when used with the right guide. Psilocybin 101: The key to your b…

Still Not Safe? What Scientists Don’t Know About Psychedelic Side Effects

Taking LSD or magic mushrooms may not be the cause of schizotypal traits. Psychedelic drugs are experiencing a resurgence of interest in mainstream medicine, with early research indicating that psychedelic-assisted therapy may offer a safe and effective treatment option for certain mental health conditions. However, the full range of potential side effects remains insufficiently understood. [...]

Experts urge caution as magic mushroom use hits unexpected levels

As states like Colorado relax the rules on psilocybin, or magic mushrooms, more people are giving a trip a try, but researchers urge caution.

More Americans are using psilocybin -- especially those with mental health conditions, study shows

Use of psilocybin, the hallucinogenic chemical found in what is known as 'magic mushrooms,' has increased significantly nationwide since 2019, according to a new study.

Psilocybin Use Dramatically Increasing In U.S.