Colorado Legalized Psilocybin Mushrooms: Now What?

Colorado Legalized Psilocybin Mushrooms: Now What?

Last week, Colorado passed a proposition that legalizes psilocybin mushrooms and the natural compounds they produce, called psilocybin and psilocin. This makes Colorado the 2nd state to legalize psychedelic therapy. The new law will allow for the use of psilocybin at...
A Psilocybin Renaissance for AIDS Survivors?

A Psilocybin Renaissance for AIDS Survivors?

It’s been over 40 years since the first cases of what would come to be known as AIDS were reported. In that time we’ve made incredible progress in both the prevention and treatment of the disease. However, there are still millions of people around the...
World Trauma Day: Can Psychedelics Help Trauma Victims?

World Trauma Day: Can Psychedelics Help Trauma Victims?

Today, October 17th is World Trauma Day. The day is a time to pay respect to those whose lives have been lost to traumatic events and to raise awareness for the victims left behind in  the wake of traumatic experiences. Raising awareness for trauma is important...
Psychedelics and Mental Health Around the World

Psychedelics and Mental Health Around the World

October 10 is World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme is to “Make mental health & well-being for all a global priority.” With that goal in mind, we are examining the potential benefits of psychedelics for mental health around the world. According to the...
Psilocybin and ADHD: A Revolutionary Treatment?

Psilocybin and ADHD: A Revolutionary Treatment?

It’s no secret that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is on the rise. According to the CDC, the number of children diagnosed with ADHD has increased by more than 50% over the last decade. While there are a variety of pharmaceutical treatments...