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British Journal of Mental Health Nursing

ISSN 2049-5919

3 papers in the library · 15 citations · publishing 2019-2026

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Evaluating psilocybin for the management of depression: a literature review

British Journal of Mental Health Nursing August 2, 2026 Rachel Sinclair

Depression remains a significant public health concern worldwide and many individuals do not achieve adequate symptom relief from conventional treatments such as antidepressants and psychological therapies. Interest has therefore increased in alternative interventions, including psilocybin microdosing. This article aimed to critically review the current evidence regarding the use of psilocybin...

Nursing in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy: new opportunities and future prospects

British Journal of Mental Health Nursing February 2, 2024 Leonie Milner, Annie Mithoefer

This article looks at the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the nurse's role within that – something which is currently unexplored and wholly undefined. It draws from lived experience in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and is co-authored by a significant contributor in this field. The aim of the article is to give nurses a brief introduction to the field of...

Positive psychology: mindfulness and its role within mental health nursing

British Journal of Mental Health Nursing November 2, 2019 Jan Macfarlane, Joey Weber 15 citations

This is the fourth article in a series of articles that explores the meaning of positive psychology and the importance of applying the latest related research findings for the wellbeing of the mental health workforce. It will focus on mindfulness as a positive psychology intervention from its development to present day use and how it is relevant to mental health nursing. Finally, it will...