psychedelic

Much of the research focus on psychedelics revolves around their potential application to treatment-resistant mental health conditions such as depression and PTSD. However, could these mind opening drugs have applications…

The use of magic mushrooms dates back thousands of years, so it’s understandable that they’ve picked up a fair few myths along the way. From sending you crazy to being…

In February this year, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced it would allow medicines containing MDMA or psilocybin to be prescribed by authorised psychiatrists from 1st July. With the substances…

On 6th July, PSYCH Symposium returns to London to explore emerging research, technologies and opportunities which have the potential to reshape the landscape of mental healthcare. Read on for all…

Magic mushrooms, scientifically known as psilocybin mushrooms, may be illegal in the UK, however, a number of countries and states afford them a legal status or have decriminalised them. Despite…

Since the pandemic, microdosing psychedelics like psilocybin or LSD has taken centre stage as an increasingly popular trend. It’s starred in documentaries, taken over TikTok and piqued the interest of…

Many psychological and neurological disorders are inadequately addressed by existing drugs. Treatment resistance affects around 20-60% of patients with a psychiatric disorder, and 33% of those suffering from a neurological…

As the hype around psychedelics picks up pace, it’s easy to forget that at the centre of this research are the patients themselves…

Does anyone? Drug prohibition is getting in the way of psychoactive drugs research   How can you answer a question if the answer doesn’t exist? Let’s examine the case of…

 You can now listen to this essay as part of the Volteface Audio Long Reads selection. Just click on the link above.  Like the thick smoky aftertaste that lingers after…