Psychedelic Substance DMT Shows Promise in Treating Depression

A study found that a single dose of the psychedelic substance DMT had a good effect on individuals with treatment-resistant depression.

27 Feb, 05:30 — 27 Feb, 05:30

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Depression remains a significant global health challenge, with many individuals not responding adequately to conventional treatments. The potential of psychedelic substances like DMT to offer new therapeutic avenues for severe or treatment-resistant depression is a rapidly evolving area of research. This story highlights a promising development in the search for more effective mental health interventions.

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Mikael TigerDepression researcher Svenska DagbladetNews outlet AftonbladetNews outlet

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Psykedelika minskade depression: ”Spännande”

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Psykedelika minskade depression: ”Spännande”

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svenska-dagbladet2h ago

Psykedelika minskade depression: ”Spännande”

En engångsdos av den psykedeliska substansen DMT gav i en studie god effekt på personer med svårbehandlad depression. – Spännande resultat, säger depressionsforskaren Mikael Tiger.

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aftonbladet2h ago