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Psilocybin’s mental health benefits may include improved sleep

Posted: 12/3/2024

Individuals who consumed psilocybin in a therapeutic context reported modest, sustained improvements in sleep, with baseline sleep disturbances influencing the likelihood of achieving depression remission.

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Acid Lore: Chased by Giant Mars Bars!

Posted: 12/3/2024

A hilarious Acid Lore urban legend of a youth on LSD, convinced giant Mars Bars were chasing him. Absurd, surreal, and widely shared in UK drug lore! The post Acid Lore: Chased by Giant Mars Bars! appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Magic Mushroom Chain FungGuyz Closes All Stores

Posted: 12/1/2024

FunGuyz has closed all its Toronto locations this week, marking a significant reduction in the number of unauthorized shroom shops in the city.

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Psilocybin therapy offers relief from multiple psychiatric symptoms in cancer patients

Posted: 12/1/2024

Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy improved interpersonal sensitivity, hostility, obsession-compulsion, and somatization in cancer patients without causing lasting phobia, paranoia, or psychosis, suggesting its potential as a multidimensional treatment for complex psychiatric distress.

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Hypnotise the World by Lords of Form–Album Review

Posted: 11/30/2024

Hypnotise the World, the latest album from Lords of Form, led by ex-Hawkwind member Niall Hone, offers a dynamic blend of space rock, heavy beats, and hypnotic synths, showcasing Hone’s creative vision. The post Hypnotise the World by Lords of Form–Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Delicious Recipes with Magic Mushrooms and Truffles

Posted: 11/30/2024

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Are you searching for the best magic mushroom recipes to elevate your culinary creations? In this article, we present a collection of delicious magic mushroom recipes, including dishes featuring magic truffles. These recipes are designed to blend flavor with creativity. Please remember to consume responsibly and adhere to local laws regarding magic mushrooms and truffles. Magic mushrooms […] The post Delicious Recipes with Magic Mushrooms and Truffles appeared first on Sociedelic.

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How to Write Psychedelic Screenplays

Posted: 11/29/2024

Learn how to write a psychedelic screenplay that bends reality and challenges norms. From surreal visuals to grounded characters, this guide covers tips to craft compelling, mind-bending stories that captivate audiences The post How to Write Psychedelic Screenplays appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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From Berlin to Hanoi: How The Artist’s Way Has Changed My Life

Posted: 11/29/2024

Over the last year and a half since completing The Artist’s Way creativity course in April 2023, I’ve become something of a regular at music open mics, attending and playing dozens of times around the world—in my home country in the UK, my old stomping ground Berlin, my Mum’s home metropolis of Hong Kong, and […] The post From Berlin to Hanoi: How The Artist’s Way Has Changed My Life appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

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Psychedelic Relics: Psychedelic Lollipop

Posted: 11/27/2024

Discover the story behind Psychedelic Lollipop by The Blues Magoos!  Join host Farmer John as he interviews iconic frontman Peppy Castro about the band’s rise to fame, their groundbreaking sound, and the legendary 1966 debut album. The post Psychedelic Relics: Psychedelic Lollipop appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Exploring the Benefits of Microdosing Psychedelics in Dark Times

Posted: 11/26/2024

'Doing' psychedelics is not about distracting from 'reality'. It is about facing reality in a way that helps us engage and participate. On this side of the hemisphere, we are facing the dark season. In the USA, we're facing uncertainty that feels heavy and full of conflict, with no clear vision. As a Psychedelic Integration Therapist, I'm in awe that I have new clients willing to face, engage, and participate in 'reality' by exploring psychedelics. The post Exploring the Benefits of Microdosing Psychedelics in Dark Times appeared first on Psychedelic Integration.

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Set and Setting: Timothy Leary’s Essential Safety Measure for Trying Psychedelics

Posted: 11/24/2024

Discover Timothy Leary’s essential ‘set and setting’ principle for psychedelic safety. Learn how mindset and environment can shape meaningful and positive experiences. The post Set and Setting: Timothy Leary’s Essential Safety Measure for Trying Psychedelics appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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What do you know about the legal cases fighting for the right to access therapeutic use of psilocybin?

Posted: 11/22/2024

Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Register for this event here. Join our discussion on the groundbreaking efforts to establish federal safe harbor for psilocybin-assisted therapy for individuals with life-threatening […] The post What do you know about the legal cases fighting for the right to access therapeutic use of psilocybin? appeared first on Chacruna.

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A single dose of psilocybin leads to long-lasting optimism boost in animal study

Posted: 11/22/2024

A single psilocybin dose increased optimism and engagement in rats for two weeks by enhancing reward processing and reducing loss aversion. These findings suggest psilocybin may help address depressive symptoms like withdrawal and pessimism.

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Artist Spotlight: Frank Levine

Posted: 11/21/2024

Frank Levine, an artist originally from Philadelphia now based in Nevada, finds inspiration in the vibrant desert surroundings and his lifelong exploration of art and music. Influenced by Abstract Expressionists like Pollock, as well as Kandinsky, O’Keeffe, and psychedelic art, Frank creates unique works using Alcohol Ink, acrylics, and house paint. A retired decorative painting ... Read more The post Artist Spotlight: Frank Levine appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Scientists Think DMT Is Responsible for Life’s Most Mysterious Experiences

Posted: 11/21/2024

DMT might be the vehicle behind dreams, spiritual awakenings, and even wild visions during near-death experiences. [...] Read More... The post Scientists Think DMT Is Responsible for Life’s Most Mysterious Experiences appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Course: Critical Perspectives on Knowledge Production in Psychedelic Science 2025

Posted: 11/20/2024

January 7th – April 8th 2025, 10:30am-12pm PST/1:30pm-3pm EST REGISTER HERE Price $950 USD CE credits approval pendingCE Credits Offered: 24 total Scholarship Application In the midst of the current “renaissance” in […] The post Course: Critical Perspectives on Knowledge Production in Psychedelic Science 2025 appeared first on Chacruna.

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Psychedelics may help 8 million Americans with Post Presidential Election Major Depression and Anxiety

Posted: 11/19/2024

When our pupils dilate, we take in more light and information, allowing us a broader perspective. Our pupils expand when we fall in love or become deeply engaged in an activity. We are born with a natural sense of awe and wonder, and psychedelics can help us reconnect with that feeling, moving us away from doom and gloom, especially in the face of crises like climate change and political turmoil. Psychedelics encourage us to look up, shift our focus, and explore different ways to respond to the same situations. The post Psychedelics may help 8 million Americans with Post Presidential Election Major Depression and Anxiety appeared first on Psychedelic Integration.

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Ayahuasca Beyond Trauma – An Anthropological View

Posted: 11/18/2024

Ayahuasca experiences range from mundane memories to visions of otherworldly realms, influencing perceptions of time. Non-Indigenous contexts often focus on past traumas, contrasting with Amazonian practices emphasizing future or present visions for healing. This reflects broader cultural differences: Western contexts emphasize trauma, while Amazonian traditions link healing to ecological harmony and future possibilities. The post Ayahuasca Beyond Trauma – An Anthropological View appeared first on Chacruna.

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Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music Venue–Book Review

Posted: 11/18/2024

The history of London’s iconic Marquee Club features legends like Bowie and Pink Floyd, highlights its glory days and iconic gigs, and examines its role in shaping music history. The post Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music Venue–Book Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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New Music: Dancing the Same Dance by Misha Chylkova

Posted: 11/15/2024

Dancing the Same Dance is the debut album by Czech-born, London-based singer-songwriter Misha Chylkova, exploring themes of love, repetition, and emotional cycles. The post New Music: Dancing the Same Dance by Misha Chylkova appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Indigenous Shamanic Knowledge Systems, Art and Creative Processes

Posted: 11/14/2024

Wednesday, November 27th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Register for this event here. Pedro Cesarino is Professor of the Department of Anthropology at the University of São Paulo. He is specialized in […] The post Indigenous Shamanic Knowledge Systems, Art and Creative Processes appeared first on Chacruna.

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Schizophrenia Risks Tied to Psychedelic Use

Posted: 11/13/2024

A new study links hallucinogen-related emergency department visits to a 21-fold increased risk of schizophrenia compared to the general population. Even after accounting for other mental health disorders and substance use, individuals faced a 3.5-fold higher risk.

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Psychedelic Therapy Could Benefit 5.6 Million People with Depression

Posted: 11/13/2024

Psilocybin-assisted therapy could potentially benefit up to 5.6 million Americans with major depressive disorder or treatment-resistant depression, offering a powerful alternative to traditional treatments. Researchers applied medical criteria to a national pool of patients and found that over half might be eligible for psilocybin therapy, pending FDA approval. If approved, this therapy could significantly impact public health policies, insurance frameworks, and economic costs by reducing reliance on long-term antidepressant prescriptions.

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Electronic Music Pioneer Don Slepian Is Playing a Live Musical Ketamine Journey 

Posted: 11/13/2024

He will perform his 1980 LP Sea of Bliss, one of New Age's greatest albums, while people receive intramuscular ketamine therapy. [...] Read More... The post Electronic Music Pioneer Don Slepian Is Playing a Live Musical Ketamine Journey  appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Psychedelic Courses in Brazil Have High Demand and Many Challenges

Posted: 11/12/2024

Science in Brazil faces many challenges. such as funding shortages, that affect psychedelic research. Postgraduate courses draw interest, but face ethical concerns. Training often focuses on ketamine and ibogaine, the only legal psychedelics in Brazil. Integration therapy is gaining momentum in the country, while clinical trials remain rare. The post Psychedelic Courses in Brazil Have High Demand and Many Challenges appeared first on Chacruna.

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What Are Psychedelics Good For?

Posted: 11/12/2024

Discover how psychedelics like LSD, MDMA, and psilocybin are being explored for their potential benefits in trauma therapy, personal growth, and end-of-life care, offering new insights into mental health and healing. The post What Are Psychedelics Good For? appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Psychotropic Cinema: The Touchables

Posted: 11/9/2024

Robert Freeman’s The Touchables (1968) is a surreal, visually striking film featuring a group of free-spirited young women in 1960s London. Known for his work with The Beatles, Freeman’s directorial debut mixes psychedelic cinematography, eccentric characters, and countercultural style, capturing the era’s bold spirit. The post Psychotropic Cinema: The Touchables appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.