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Church of Psilomethoxin, Part 3: Matters of Faith. Father, Son, and Wholly Dosed?

Posted: 5/9/2023

The Church of Psilomethoxin now admits that its claims about psilomethoxin are solely based on faith. But how strong are the religious convictions of the Church? The post Church of Psilomethoxin, Part 3: Matters of Faith. Father, Son, and Wholly Dosed? appeared first on Psymposia.

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Oregon’s Appetite for Psilocybin Is Being Fed Outside the Law in the Mushroom Underground

Posted: 5/8/2023

“Three thousand five hundred dollars. That’s how much it’s going to cost to swallow 4 grams of psilocybin mushrooms and undergo a six-hour therapy session at EPIC Healing Eugene—if and when the clinic gets its license to run a “psilocybin service center” and its owner, Cathy Jonas, gets her facilitator license after undergoing 300 hours... Continue Reading → The post Oregon’s Appetite for Psilocybin Is Being Fed Outside the Law in the Mushroom Underground appeared first on Psychedelic Integration Therapy.

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The Freaky Magic of Enigma Mushrooms

Posted: 5/4/2023

Yes, these alien-looking shrooms are psychedelic [...] Read More... The post The Freaky Magic of Enigma Mushrooms appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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The Church of Psilomethoxin Part 2: Unraveling the Sacred Chemistry

Posted: 5/3/2023

Psymposia’s investigation into the Church of Psilomethoxin (CoP) turns to the Church’s claims that it’s currently “scientifically impossible” to test for psilomethoxin. Psychedelic chemist David Nichols calls that claim “completely nonsensical and nonscientific. The post The Church of Psilomethoxin Part 2: Unraveling the Sacred Chemistry appeared first on Psymposia.

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Church of Psilomethoxin, Part 1: Sacramental Skepticism. Is the Church in Denial?

Posted: 4/28/2023

This is the first article in a series investigating the Church of Psilomethoxin (CoP), exploring the recent debate about the Church's sacrament and the people involved in promoting the Church and its claims. The post Church of Psilomethoxin, Part 1: Sacramental Skepticism. Is the Church in Denial? appeared first on Psymposia.

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Self-treatment with psychedelics: Users report moderate benefits but with more negative effects

Posted: 4/28/2023

People who use psychedelic substances in an attempt to self-treat their mental health tend to report mild-to-moderate positive outcomes, according to new research published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. But there were more negative effects reported by these individuals than in clinical settings where professionals are involved in the treatment.

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The Quest To Preserve Peruvian Torch—By Planting One Million Sacred Cacti

Posted: 4/27/2023

Sacred cacti like Peruvian Torch are at risk from overharvesting in Peru. A collective wants to replant them [...] Read More... The post The Quest To Preserve Peruvian Torch—By Planting One Million Sacred Cacti appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Experts Call for Creative Regulations and Collaboration for Psychedelics in Mental Health Treatment

Posted: 4/27/2023

Experts in bioethics, law and policy from top universities in the US call for creative and collaborative policies to regulate the use and oversight of psychedelics for treating conditions like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. In a paper published in the journal Science, the authors propose solutions to regulatory challenges in anticipation of FDA approval of psychedelics for medical use, while stressing the need for a strong evidence base for efficacy and safety.

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Pluteus americanus is Magic, but You’ve Probably Never Heard of It

Posted: 4/27/2023

Psilocybe aren't the only magic mushies out there [...] Read More... The post Pluteus americanus is Magic, but You’ve Probably Never Heard of It appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Everything You Need to Know About Magic Mushrooms

Posted: 4/26/2023

The definitive VICE guide to what magic mushrooms are, where they came from, and how best to prepare for a psychedelic experience.

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Enlightening Study Explores the Neurobiology of Psychedelics

Posted: 4/25/2023

Researchers studied the brain activity of healthy participants under the influence of nitrous oxide, comparing it to data from studies with ketamine and LSD to see whether the neurobiology of the psychedelic experience was similar. They found that the patterns of activity associated with the different substances overlapped, indicating common underlying biology, which could inform future research on the therapeutic use of psychedelics.

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Rick Doblin Is No Longer MAPS’ Executive Director. We Didn’t Notice — Did You?

Posted: 4/22/2023

The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) quietly replaced founder Rick Doblin as Executive Director with Kris Lotlikar. The post Rick Doblin Is No Longer MAPS’ Executive Director. We Didn’t Notice — Did You? appeared first on Psymposia.

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Psilocybe baeocystis Was Once Mistaken As Deadly—It’s Just Psychedelic

Posted: 4/20/2023

Meet Oregon's forgotten shroom [...] Read More... The post Psilocybe baeocystis Was Once Mistaken As Deadly—It’s Just Psychedelic appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Can Shrooms Help With OCD?

Posted: 4/16/2023

In recent times magic mushrooms have been used to treat OCD in similar fashion as other medications. Here we dive deep in the ways Magic Mushroom can help with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

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Psilocybe serbica and the Case of Mistaken Identity

Posted: 4/13/2023

No, this mushie isn't a con artist—it just has way too many names [...] Read More... The post Psilocybe serbica and the Case of Mistaken Identity appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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The Psychedelic Resources

Posted: 4/12/2023

Don't go at it alone. These Psychedelic resources are key to unlocking your mind.

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Ancient European Shamans Used Psychedelics 3,000 Years Ago

Posted: 4/8/2023

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Ancient European shamans used psychedelic drugs 3,000 years ago, evidenced by hair samples found in the Es Càrritx cave. The post Ancient European Shamans Used Psychedelics 3,000 Years Ago appeared first on Sociedelic.

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The Collective Attitude

Posted: 4/3/2023

Our Funguy Collective believes that psychedelics are a medicine and we are motivated to rework the collective perception of it, by reframing how psychedelics are illustrated in the public mind and portrayed in the media.

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My 12 Week Journey with The Artist’s Way

Posted: 4/1/2023

Last week, I stepped on stage and played a short set of three original punk songs at a local open mic night. Honestly, it felt fucking amazing. See, I love punk rock music. I love listening to it. I love playing it. And I’ve been wanting to perform again for years. I played in a […] The post My 12 Week Journey with The Artist’s Way appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

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The Cognitive Benefits of Psychedelics

Posted: 3/31/2023

Researchers are investigating the benefits of psychedelics on cognition from memory malleability to cognitive creativity.

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My Dad Was Timothy Leary, 60s Drug Icon

Posted: 3/30/2023

The “most dangerous man in America” was a psychedelics pioneer who was jailed for his beliefs. He also taught me how to drop acid.

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There’s A New Shroom Species—and It’s Named After Paul Stamets

Posted: 3/29/2023

Psilocybe stametsii pays homage to over 40 years of work from the world-famous mycologist [...] Read More... The post There’s A New Shroom Species—and It’s Named After Paul Stamets appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Can Psychedelics Save a Failing Relationship?

Posted: 3/27/2023

Couples counsellors are starting to incorporate ketamine, MDMA and other drugs into their practice.

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Eyes on Shrooms: Do Shrooms Make Your Eye Pupils Dilate?

Posted: 3/23/2023

Pupil dilation is our brain's response, often triggered by external stimuli. This may include any attention, interest, emotion, or changes in light perception. In addition, the use of certain substances is also something that can result in an increase or decrease in the size of the pupil. Drugs are not only capable of making people feel... The post Eyes on Shrooms: Do Shrooms Make Your Eye Pupils Dilate? appeared first on PSYfront.

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How DMT Psychedelic Alters Perception of Reality

Posted: 3/20/2023

The psychedelic compound DMT (Dimethyltryptamine) increases connectivity across the brain, allowing for greater communication between different areas and networks. The brain changes are most prominent in brain areas linked to higher functioning, such as imagination.

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Lemon Tek With Magic Mushrooms: Recipes, Strains, Dosages, Effects, and More

Posted: 3/15/2023

Magic mushrooms can be consumed in many ways, including chocolate, fresh smoothies, blue honey, and even psilocybin tea, each with its own pros and cons.  The content in this post is intended solely for educational and harm-reduction purposes. We do not endorse the use or purchase of illegal substances in any way. Among many psychedelic... The post Lemon Tek With Magic Mushrooms: Recipes, Strains, Dosages, Effects, and More appeared first on PSYfront.

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Can You Do Shrooms on Your Period?

Posted: 3/1/2023

Menstruation, a phase in a women's monthly cycle, is often accompanied by various side effects, such as feeling bloated, mood swings, headaches, abdominal cramps, and many more. Unfortunately, there has been no comprehensive scientific research on the effects of psychedelics on menstruation so far. However, many women psychonauts online ask, share experiences, and speculate whether or... The post Can You Do Shrooms on Your Period? appeared first on PSYfront.