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Heather Leutwyler

2 papers in the library · publishing 2026

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Psychedelic-assisted therapy for death acceptance in terminal illness: A scoping review

Journal of Psychedelic Studies April 15, 2026 Hannah Whitmore, Brian T Anderson, Elena Flowers et al.

Abstract Background and Aims Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and existential distress are common among individuals with terminal illness. Preliminary evidence suggests that death acceptance may protect against these issues, but there is limited research on the role of psychedelic-assisted therapy in fostering death acceptance. This scoping review aims to explore the...

Facing Mortality Together: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Analysis of Group Psilocybin Therapy Among Older Long-Term AIDS Survivor Gay Men

Palliative Medicine Reports 2026 Hannah Whitmore, Maria Mangini, Heather Leutwyler et al.

Background: Emotional distress is often comorbid with serious illness, especially in individuals facing social stigmas, such as patients with HIV. Death acceptance may serve as a protective factor against such distress. Standard psychopharmacologic interventions have shown insufficient results in alleviating distress associated with serious illness. Preliminary research shows...