Not Just a Daydream—Can Mushroom Trips Impact Your Sleep?
Posted: 9/19/2023We asked the experts what we know (and don’t) about shrooms and sleep Read More... The post Not Just a Daydream—Can Mushroom Trips Impact Your Sleep? appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
A single dose of psilocybin boosts neuroplasticity and reduces depression symptoms
Posted: 9/19/2023A recent study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology suggests that psilocybin, the active component in "magic mushrooms", can induce lasting neuroplastic changes in the brain, which are associated with improvements in symptoms of depression. The research, which found significant increases in a specific EEG measure of neuroplasticity two weeks after a single psilocybin treatment session, heralds a promising avenue for depression treatment, albeit requiring further studies with larger and more diverse sample groups.
A single dose of psilocybin boosts neuroplasticity and reduces depression symptoms
Posted: 9/19/2023A recent study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology suggests that psilocybin, the active component in "magic mushrooms", can induce lasting neuroplastic changes in the brain, which are associated with improvements in symptoms of depression. The research, which found significant increases in a specific EEG measure of neuroplasticity two weeks after a single psilocybin treatment session, heralds a promising avenue for depression treatment, albeit requiring further studies with larger and more diverse sample groups.
What Do We Mean by Set and Setting?
Posted: 9/18/2023Discover the critical role of set and setting in the world of psychedelics. Explore how these factors profoundly influence the outcome of your journey.
Hapé: Indigenous Tradition and Contemporary Gateway
Posted: 9/18/2023Embracing the Hapé experience can lead to a deeper understanding of your own mind. It may assist in mindfulness practices, enhance meditations and facilitate a state of heightened awareness and focus. Whether as a bridge to self-discovery or a gateway to outer realms, Hapé holds timeless transformative power and insights for modern self-exploration and discovery. The post Hapé: Indigenous Tradition and Contemporary Gateway appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
The Psych Ward–Joy of a Toy by Kevin Ayers
Posted: 9/15/2023Joy of a Toy, the debut album by the former Soft Machine member Kevin Ayers, is a wonderful slice of British psychedelic pop. The post The Psych Ward–Joy of a Toy by Kevin Ayers appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Volume 1 by Tube Warmers: Album Review
Posted: 9/13/2023Tube Warmers are a young, mildly psychedelic, instrumental rock trio who just released Volume 1, their first album. The post Volume 1 by Tube Warmers: Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
“Candy Flipping” Might Reduce Challenging Psychedelic Experiences
Posted: 9/13/2023A study found that people who took MDMA alongside mushrooms or LSD had less negative effects [...] Read More... The post “Candy Flipping” Might Reduce Challenging Psychedelic Experiences appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
The Shadows of Visibility: Transcending Tokenization in the Psychedelic Ecosystem
Posted: 9/12/2023Maya Fern dreams of a day when the psychedelic community doesn't just tolerate human diversity and complexity, but celebrates it. For now, transgender individuals and other marginalized groups continue to be tokenized in psychedelic spaces. Fern asks those who enjoy the privileges of being in the majority, to break the cycles that enable these inequalities to persist. The post The Shadows of Visibility: Transcending Tokenization in the Psychedelic Ecosystem appeared first on Chacruna.
The Relevance of Psychedelic Neuroscience for Psychedelic Practitioners
Posted: 9/11/2023Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 from 12:00-1:30pm PDT Register for this event here. Manesh is a psychedelic neuroscientist currently working at UCSF with psychedelic research pioneer Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, conducting brain imaging […] The post The Relevance of Psychedelic Neuroscience for Psychedelic Practitioners appeared first on Chacruna.
What is Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for PTSD?
Posted: 9/11/2023The author explains how psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy helped her recover from PTSD and the abuse she suffered as a child. The post What is Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for PTSD? appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Psilocybin’s anxiety-reducing effects linked to stress hormone spike, new study reveals
Posted: 9/9/2023A recent study in ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science discovered that a temporary spike in stress hormones, specifically corticosterone, plays a central role in reducing anxiety-like behaviors in mice given the psychedelic substance psilocybin. The findings offer crucial insights into the biological mechanisms potentially involved in psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy.
Psilocybin’s anxiety-reducing effects linked to stress hormone spike, new study reveals
Posted: 9/9/2023A recent study in ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science discovered that a temporary spike in stress hormones, specifically corticosterone, plays a central role in reducing anxiety-like behaviors in mice given the psychedelic substance psilocybin. The findings offer crucial insights into the biological mechanisms potentially involved in psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy.
The Psych Ward–Heavy by Iron Butterfly
Posted: 9/8/2023Before the epic In-a-Gadda-Da-Vida, Iron Butterfly released a stellar prelude to heavy metal simply called Heavy. The post The Psych Ward–Heavy by Iron Butterfly appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Seven Weird Mushroom Facts to Please Your Inner Myco-Nerd
Posted: 9/8/2023Shrooms are communication highways, you say? Oh, please tell us more Read More... The post Seven Weird Mushroom Facts to Please Your Inner Myco-Nerd appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
Psilocybin and Mental Health: A Glimpse into Psychedelic Therapeutics
Posted: 9/7/2023Psychedelic drugs, notably psilocybin found in "magic mushrooms," are under the spotlight for their potential to treat various mental health disorders. Recent studies reveal promising outcomes using psilocybin for major depressive disorder (MDD) and treatment-resistant depression (TRD).
Rapé Circle
Posted: 9/7/2023October, 18th, 2023. From 6:00pm-9:00pm PDT Portal Community Center3051 Adeline St.Berkeley, CA 94703 This is an event hosted by Chacruna Institute and Portal Community. Register here Tobacco is one of […] The post Rapé Circle appeared first on Chacruna.
Artist Spotlight: Pablo Amaringo, Visionary Artist and Amazonian Shaman
Posted: 9/6/2023Pablo Amaringo was a visionary artist from Peru who painted intricate, intensely colorful depictions of the visions he had from drinking Ayahuasca brew. The post Artist Spotlight: Pablo Amaringo, Visionary Artist and Amazonian Shaman appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Navigating Touch in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
Posted: 9/5/2023Wednesday, September 9th, 2023 from 12:00-1:30pm PDT Register for this event here. As the field of mental health continues to embrace alternative therapeutic methods, understanding the nuances of touch within these […] The post Navigating Touch in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy appeared first on Chacruna.
My Heroic Dose
Posted: 9/4/2023Psychonaut Amanda Lyttle describes the time she took a “heroic dose” of magic mushrooms– five grams, alone, in the dark. The post My Heroic Dose appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Press Release – Chacruna Launches Indigenous Voices in the Psychedelic Renaissance
Posted: 9/1/2023A new resource from Chacruna provides a platform for Indigenous perspectives on psychedelics, compiling years of talks and presentations. Since it was founded, Chacruna Institute has centered Indigenous perspectives, recognizing their vital importance to the history and future of the psychedelic movement. The post Press Release – Chacruna Launches Indigenous Voices in the Psychedelic Renaissance appeared first on Chacruna.
Bitcoin and Digital Currencies Are the Mycelium of Finance
Posted: 9/1/2023Have you ever considered the connection between blockchain technology and the mycelium network? Take a look at the parallels between shrooms and crypto here.
The Psych Ward–Younger Than Yesterday by The Byrds
Posted: 9/1/2023The Byrds’ Younger Than Yesterday was a transitional record for the band but also remains one of their very best. The post The Psych Ward–Younger Than Yesterday by The Byrds appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Hillbilly Mushrooms—The Best Microdose?
Posted: 9/1/2023This magic mushie took home awards at the Hyphae Cup. So, what makes it so special? [...] Read More... The post Hillbilly Mushrooms—The Best Microdose? appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
Reality Sandwich Manifesto [2023]
Posted: 8/30/2023Welcome to Reality Sandwich, the bread and butter of ideas for the transformational community. Our platform exists because a new wave of conscious culture is on the rise. We’re here serving up the science and digging into the research – and we’re also staying hungry and keeping our appetite stoked on the mystical, metaphysical, and […]
The Psychedelic Tapestry of Oppenheimer: Nolan’s Ode to the Atomic Age
Posted: 8/30/2023Nolan's take on Oppenheimer is a under a unique lens where atomic revelations meet psychedelics. Here’s our take.
Five of Cups by Holy Wave–Album Review
Posted: 8/30/2023Austin neo-psych veterans Holy Wave dropped their seventh full-length album, Five of Cups, earlier this month. The post Five of Cups by Holy Wave–Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.