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Psychiatry
Sys. Review
Psilocybin shows more robust evidence for sustained effects in treatment-resistant depression than ayahuasca
Psilocybin and Ayahuasca Show Potential for Treatment-Resistant Depression
This narrative review examines psilocybin and ayahuasca for treatment-resistant depression. The authors synthesize evidence showing rapid re…
New research highlights how psilocybin and ayahuasca may lead to rapid and sustained reductions in symptoms for people with treatment-resist…
Frontiers
Sep 16, 2026
Psychiatry
Meta-analysis
Microdosing psilocybin is associated with reported well-being and mental health benefits in some studies
Review of psilocybin microdosing for mental health and well-being
This systematic review of 3,262 participants examined the effects of microdosing psilocybin on mental health and substance use. While some s…
While some people report better mood and focus from psilocybin microdosing, the current evidence is limited by inconsistent methods.
Frontiers
Aug 19, 2026
Drug Pipeline
RCT
Three psilocybin doses (5–20 mg) in healthy volunteers showed dose-dependent functional connectivity changes.
Thinking Process:
This randomized controlled trial (RCT) enrolled 10 healthy volunteers who received three psilocybin doses between 5 and 20 mg in a randomize…
Lower psilocybin doses linked to decreased brain connectivity, while higher doses increased connections in healthy volunteers.
medRxiv
Jun 4, 2026
Psychiatry
Review of pooled psilocybin data suggests broadening blood pressure eligibility criteria for psychiatric trials
Psilocybin raises blood pressure briefly but stays safe for most patients
This pooled analysis review examined blood pressure and heart rate responses in 368 participants receiving 536 psilocybin sessions at Johns …
New data shows psilocybin raises blood pressure only briefly, suggesting doctors could safely treat more patients with mild high blood press…
medRxiv
Apr 30, 2026