Psychedelics and Substance Use Disorder: 4000 BCE to Present Day
The therapeutic uses of psychedelics were discovered over 6,000 years ago, but recent scientific exploration brings them to the mainstream.
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Editor’s Choice Award 2021-Best Study on Psychedelics and Nature
The pace of psychedelic research continued its acceleration during 2021, culminating in several fascinating and groundbreaking studies. As the year comes to a close, Psychedelic Science Review is acknowledging some...
Editor’s Choice Award 2021-Best Study on Psychedelics and Neurochemistry
The pace of psychedelic research continued its acceleration during 2021, culminating in several fascinating and groundbreaking studies. As the year comes to a close, Psychedelic Science Review is acknowledging some...
Ibogaine and Cardiac Arrhythmia: The Heart of the Matter
Even at therapeutic doses, ibogaine may cause potentially life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia. Science is beginning to unravel the pharmacological factors that may underlie ibogaine-induced cardiotoxicity.
The Missing Mushroom: Psychedelic Science and the Future of Psilocybin
Scientists know there’s more to magic mushrooms than just psilocybin. But as the psychedelic industry begins taking shape, could the mushroom itself be left behind?
The Compounds in Psychedelic Cacti
Mescaline is the best-known phenethylamine in psychedelic cacti; but what about the other “minor” compounds in those cacti?
More Evidence of the Chemical Compound Variability in Magic Mushrooms
Data released by Filament Health shows why it’s important to understand the basic chemical makeup of magic mushrooms.
Are Prodrugs the Next Wave of Psychedelic Drug Development?
The path toward therapeutic psychedelic-based drugs is becoming clearer as scientists understand more about how they are processed in the body.
Amanita muscaria – A Fresh Look at An Iconic Mushroom
People tread lightly with this psychoactive species because it contains toxic compounds. But what benefits may be hidden inside?
Comparing Psilocybin Mushrooms and Truffles: How Are They Different?
These aren’t the truffles you’ll find in a restaurant, and they’re also quite distinct from psychedelic mushrooms.