Previous studies have shown that psychedelic drugs such as LSD (acid) and psilocybin (magic mushrooms) may potentially treat depression but can cause disturbing hallucinations in some cases.

Chemists at the University of California, Davis did something that borders on the molecular equivalent of pulling off a magic trick. They moved two atoms within the intricate structure of LSD—a drug ...

Patients in the MM-120 clinical trial open the door to a nondescript Lauderhill medical facility off Oakland Park Boulevard and find themselves staring at a large seed-of-life symbol on the wall, ...

The new compound triggers the same anti-depressant action that researchers have long observed in mice treated with SSRI drugs over the past two decades, with just two differences: the anti-depressant ...

Researchers have designed compounds that hit the same key receptor that LSD activates without causing hallucinations, according to an article (“Bespoke library docking for 5-HT 2A receptor agonists ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Siebert is a reporter covering cannabis and psychedelic drugs. Jan 18, 2021, 07:00am EST This article is more than 4 years ...