Psilociety Weekly

Psilociety Weekly: DMT’s Entity Encounters, MDMA, LSD & Psilocybin Drive Change, and “Cali Sober”?

Explore DMT entity encounters, the neuroscience behind psychedelics, and the rise of the “Cali Sober” lifestyle in this week’s Psilociety Weekly.

Journal of Psychedelic Studies

Entity and Environment Relationships in Psychedelic Experiences Resulting from Inhalation of N,N-Dimethyltryptamine

A study analyzing the relationships between entities and environments in DMT-induced experiences, revealing consistent patterns.

New Zealand Medical Journal

Māori Healthcare Professionals’ Perceptions of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: A Qualitative Study

A qualitative study explores Māori healthcare professionals’ views on psychedelic therapy, highlighting cultural considerations and equity issues.

Journal of Psychopharmacology

Lifetime Classic Psychedelic Use and Headaches: A Cross-Sectional Study

A cross-sectional study finds that lifetime psychedelic use is linked to a lower prevalence of frequent severe headaches, suggesting therapeutic potential.

Psilociety Weekly

Psychedelics, AI & Music + Microdosing Under the Microscope

The latest breakthroughs in psychedelic research, from AI-driven drug discovery to the role of music in psychedelic therapy. Explore new clinical trials, expert insights, and policy updates shaping the future of psychedelics for mental health & addiction.

Biological Psychiatry

Current Evidence for the Role of Rapid-Acting Antidepressants (RAAD) in Bipolar Depression? A Perspective and Plan for Action

Reviewing the potential of RAADs like ketamine and psilocybin for bipolar depression, highlighting current research and future directions.

Journal of Mental Health and Substance Research

Psychedelic Pharmacology in Psychiatry: The Mechanisms and Therapeutic Potential of Psilocybin, MDMA, and LSD in Mental Health Disorders

This review examines the mechanisms and therapeutic potential of psilocybin, MDMA, and LSD for depression, PTSD, and anxiety disorders.

Pharmaceuticals

Extraction Yields of Psilocybin and Psilocin: A Short Review of Current Methods and Their Implications

A systematic review of psilocybin and psilocin extraction methods, highlighting the most effective techniques for maximizing yield and purity

Kōtuitui: New Zealand Journal of Social Sciences Online

Self-Treatment with Psychedelic Substances for Health and Wellbeing in Aotearoa New Zealand: An Exploratory Descriptive Study

A study exploring self-administration of psychedelics for mental health and wellbeing in New Zealand, highlighting motivations, benefits, and risks.

Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience

Societal Perspectives on Psychedelics Use in Clinical Context: Development of Concerns and Openness Towards Psychedelic Scale (COPS)

A study introducing the Concerns and Openness Towards Psychedelics Scale (COPS), a tool for assessing public perceptions of psychedelic therapy.

AI

Integrated Advancements in Neuroplasticity, Psychedelic Therapeutics, and AI-Driven Innovations for Precision Medicine

Exploring how AI-driven drug discovery and psychedelic therapeutics are revolutionizing precision medicine for mental health and neurology.

The American Journal of Psychiatry

Psychedelics for Substance Use Disorders: Updates for the Psychiatric Trainee

A review of psychedelics as emerging treatments for substance use disorders, discussing efficacy, safety, and key research findings.

Public Perception

From Controversy to Curiosity: A Qualitative Exploration of Societal Perceptions of Psychedelics

A qualitative study exploring societal perceptions of psychedelics, highlighting increasing curiosity and persistent concerns about safety and stigma.

BMC Medical Education

Further Education in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy – Experiences from Switzerland

Examining Switzerland’s training framework for psychedelic-assisted therapy and its role in ensuring safe and effective clinical implementation.

The Arts in Psychotherapy

‘Go with the "wave of music" to dive deep’: Exploring perceptions of psychedelic-assisted therapy and the role of music within this practice

This study explores how music shapes psychedelic-assisted therapy, serving as both a guide and container for emotional experiences.

ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science

Psychedelics and Eating Disorders: Exploring the Therapeutic Potential for Anorexia Nervosa and Beyond

A review of the therapeutic potential of psychedelics for anorexia nervosa, highlighting neurobiological and psychological mechanisms.

Neuropharmacology

Side Effects of Microdosing Lysergic Acid Diethylamide and Psilocybin: A Systematic Review of Potential Physiological and Psychiatric Outcomes

A systematic review on the physiological and psychiatric side effects of microdosing LSD and psilocybin, including anxiety, BP increase, and cognitive impairment.

The American Journal of Psychiatry

Irremediable Psychiatric Suffering, a Potential Indication for Psilocybin Treatment

Exploring psilocybin’s potential as a treatment for patients with irremediable psychiatric suffering who may otherwise seek euthanasia.

Psilociety Weekly

Psilociety Weekly: MDMA, Psychedelics, Consciousness & War on Drugs

Explore the latest in psychedelic science, from MDMA therapy for PTSD to the politics of consciousness. Featuring expert insights, research breakthroughs, and the evolving role of psychedelics in medicine and culture.

Neuroscience Applied

A Review of Psychedelics Trials Completed in Depression, Informed by European Regulatory Perspectives

A systematic review of completed psychedelics trials for depression, highlighting key findings and regulatory challenges.

PSM Biological Research

The Role of Psychedelics in Treating Mental Health Disorders: A Mini-Review

A review of historical and contemporary research on psychedelics in treating depression, PTSD, and anxiety, highlighting their therapeutic potential.

The Permanente Journal

A Review of the Federal Drug Administration Pipeline and Proposed California Legislation on Medicinal Psychedelics

A review of FDA psychedelic trials and California’s legislative efforts to expand access, balancing safety, efficacy, and regulatory concerns.

Journal of Psychedelic Studies

Integration or Commodification? A Critical Review of Individual-Centered Approaches in Psychedelic Healing

This study examines how psychedelic integration practices risk becoming formulaic and commercialized, limiting their transformative potential.

Journal of Psychedelic Studies

Public Priorities in Psychedelics Research

A commentary on public priorities in psychedelic research, highlighting interest in neurodivergence, ageing, pain, ethics, and commercialization.

MDMA-assisted therapy

Development of an Australian Clinical Practice Guideline on MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

This clinical guideline outlines evidence-based recommendations for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy in Australia, ensuring safety and efficacy for PTSD patients.