This article answers the question: In the context of psychedelic medicine, what is the difference between psychological support and psychotherapy? Synopsis As psychedelic-assisted therapy moves into the mainstream, a critical distinction is emerging. There's a difference between "psychological support" and "psychotherapy." A 2026 paper in...
What happens to the human brain when under the influence of 5-MeO-DMT, the world's most powerful psychedelic? Synopsis For the first time, scientists have mapped the brain's activity under 5-MeO-DMT. This is a uniquely potent psychedelic. It often causes a state of "pure awareness" or...
This article answers the question: What factors determine the intensity of a psychedelic experience? Synopsis Science shows that the intensity of a psychedelic journey isn't random. It's shaped by a complex mix of factors. These include the specific substance and dose. They also include your...
This article answers the question: Is it safe for people with bipolar disorder to use psilocybin (magic mushrooms)? Synopsis There's growing interest in psilocybin for depression. But its use in people with bipolar disorder is much more complicated and risky. Some people report that their...