Major Depression Relieved within a Week with Magic Mushrooms

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The randomized clinical trial highlighted in the discussion confirms that psilocybin-assisted therapy effectively produces significant, rapid, and sustained antidepressant effects in patients diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Additionally, Oregon has passed Measure 109, allowing for the medical use of psilocybin, making it the first state to permit supervised use statewide. This measure received 56.12% approval with over 1.8 million votes counted, reflecting a growing acceptance of psilocybin as a therapeutic option.

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  • Understanding of psilocybin and its effects on mental health
  • Familiarity with clinical trial methodologies
  • Knowledge of major depressive disorder (MDD) treatment options
  • Awareness of state legislation regarding controlled substances
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  • Research the clinical trial results of psilocybin-assisted therapy for major depressive disorder
  • Explore the implications of Measure 109 on psilocybin therapy in Oregon
  • Investigate the safety protocols for supervised psilocybin use
  • Learn about other states considering similar legislation for psilocybin
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Mental health professionals, researchers in psychedelic therapy, policymakers, and individuals interested in the evolving landscape of depression treatment options.

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"This randomized clinical trial found that psilocybin-assisted therapy was efficacious in producing large, rapid, and sustained antidepressant effects in patients with major depressive disorder."

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2772630

Apparently the Natives had something afterall!

Cheers,
Tom
 
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The people of the great State of Oregon seem to agree:

Two days ago, in Oregon, a law making medical use of psilocybin passed as a ballot measure.
Measure 109 was passing by 56.12% Tuesday at 8:50 p.m. with 1,832,513 votes counted.

Multiple cities have decriminalized the substance, but Oregon will become the first to permit supervised use statewide if that majority holds.
Measure 109 was passing by 56.12% Tuesday at 8:50 p.m. with 1,832,513 votes counted.

Multiple cities have decriminalized the substance, but Oregon will become the first to permit supervised use statewide if that majority holds.

All mail in voting (or dropboxes) all the time in Oregon!
Works very well.
Greater voter participation.
Not very affected by the current administration's Coronavirus problem.
 
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