Severe mental illness (SMI) and co-occurring substance use disorders (SUDs) continue to pose a major global health challenge, contributing to high rates of mortality, disability, and economic strain. Ibogaine, a naturally occurring psychoactive compound derived from the Tabernanthe iboga plant, has shown promise in easing withdrawal symptoms, reducing cravings, and improving psychiatric...
Abstract We sought to estimate the prevalence of lifetime psilocybin use among a national sample of US adults ages 18 and older and associated demographic/substance use correlates. Pooled data from the 2015–2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health were utilized among 168,650 individuals 18 years or older. An estimated 9.68% of individuals reported lifetime use of psilocybin. Differences were...
Introduction Once thought a rarely used drug, LSD use is steadily increasing among US adults. A greater understanding of social factors and psychological determinants leading to lifetime LSD use can assist health educators and professionals in treating this growing problem. This study analyzed psychosocial factors related to LSD use among a national sample of adults. Methods A secondary data...