A narrative exploration of psilocybin’s potential in mental health
Frontiers in Psychiatry October 30, 2024 Jisu Park, Taejung Kim, Han-Tsung Min et al. 4 citations
Psilocybin, a psychoactive substance, shows high therapeutic potential in psychiatry. This review examines its chemical properties, mechanisms of action, and clinical applications for treating mental health disorders, supported by accumulating evidence. Clinical trials indicate psilocybin is safe with manageable side effects, but additional safety measures such as dosing protocols, patient monitoring, and distress management strategies are needed. The work aims to deepen understanding of psilocybin's clinical impact and proposes future research directions for its integration into mainstream psychiatric treatments.