Psilocybin-based mushrooms and usage
Dunn Harmony, Freeman Judy, D Michael
Case Reports and Reviews April 30, 2023 DOI: 10.33425/2693-1516.1022 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen Perception Affect linguistics Cognitive psychology Communication |
| Key findings | Psilocybin has potential benefits and hazards that warrant further research. |
Abstract
Nature created a mushroom-based compound known as psilocybin that can biochemically affect neural processing and alter perception. Although psilocybin usage dates to ancient times, its contemporary usefulness is expanding. Discovering the history and imagining the future of psilocybin is enlightening and fascinating. This review presents research and opinions on the potential benefits and hazards of psilocybin usage.