Suicide of a patient shortly after psilocybin-assisted psychedelic therapy: A case report
Psychiatry Research January 29, 2025 Felix Müller, Thomas Sauer, Corina Hänny et al. 11 citations
A 60-year-old man with recurrent depression and a history of delusions died after psilocybin-assisted therapy. Psilocybin-triggered delusions and emotional dysregulation may have contributed to the death. A weak therapeutic alliance hindered assessment of the patient's internal state. Delusional symptoms may contraindicate psychedelic interventions. The case emphasizes the need for thorough assessment and close follow-up in complex cases.