Psychedelic‐assisted therapy for palliative care within a home treatment setting: A case report
Clinical Case Reports August 30, 2024 Seragnoli Federico, Martignoni Geo, Martignoni Entela et al. 3 citations
A patient with throat cancer and severe existential distress safely received psychedelic-assisted therapy at home. The patient tolerated the intervention well and reported on measures of anxiety, depression, and distress. This single-case study aligns with previous findings suggesting that psychedelic-assisted therapy can be safely applied to potentially relieve existential distress in people with life-threatening conditions. Because this is one case, generalizations require caution; placebo effects, expectancy, and the natural course of illness may influence outcomes. Controlled trials are needed to confirm efficacy and safety in diverse settings.