The emerging role of psilocybin and MDMA in the treatment of mental illness
Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics September 21, 2020 Hartej Gill, Barjot Gill, David C J Chen-Li et al. 62 citations
Psychedelics like psilocybin and MDMA show promise as a new type of therapy for mental health disorders. Evidence suggests they may work with just one dose, produce rapid effects, and be effective for treatment-resistant conditions, possibly serving as a standalone treatment. More clinical trials are needed to test their safety, tolerability, and effectiveness in real-world patient populations.