The renaissance of research on psychedelics in child and adolescent psychopharmacology
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health March 13, 2026 Marc-Antoine Crocq, Philippe Auby
Aims The recent regulatory approval of esketamine in adults heralded the renaissance of research into psychedelic compounds. However, the relevance of this resurgence for children and adolescents remains unclear. This review examines the rationale for investigating psychedelics in pediatric psychopharmacology. Methods We reviewed recent literature, regulatory documents, and clinical trial...