By Chris Taylor
As America experiments with decriminalizing psilocybin, one scientist spreads the gospel of 'shrooms at festivals — and in 'Star Trek.'
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A new generation of research into psilocybin could change how we treat numerous mental health conditions.
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Study participants at some of the country's leading medical research centers are going through intense therapy and six-hour psychedelic journeys deep into their minds to do things like quit smoking and worry less.
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Two studies used psilocybin to see if the drug could reduce depression and anxiety in cancer patients. The results were striking.
Though researchers are still trying to understand the cognitive and therapeutic mechanics of psychedelics, they have concluded that psilocybin, DMT and other psychoactive chemicals can help people feel more tolerance, understanding and empathy.
Roland Griffiths' psilocybin experiments have produced striking evidence for therapeutic uses of hallucinogens.
Scientists Roland Griffiths and Matthew Johnson sit down with journalist Anderson Cooper to discuss the promise of psychedelics as a form of treatment for anxiety, depression, addiction, and more.
We spoke about his research with psilocybin, his interest in spiritual experiences, and how psychedelics may provide help for people who are dying.