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Crossref 157 3.9% Active
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Metastability of resting-state bold fMRI as a reliable biomarker of individual brain dynamics: An interrogation of within-subject variability as a function of total acquisition time.

Metastability of BOLD fMRI signals is a commonly used proxy of brain dynamics in behavioral and clinical studies. To date, little has been done to assess the confidence with which we can use estimates of metastability as reliable biomarkers of individual brain state. We analyze whole-brain and network-specific metastability for a highly sampled individual br...

Unknown journal 2026-04-21 Sheheitli H, Hermosillo R, Grimsrud G, Madison T, Dominguez OM, Nelson S, Fair D, Nahas Z.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin Brain ImagingBiomarkers Other

Structural plasticity and enhanced fear extinction following psilocybin in chronically stressed mice

The classic psychedelic psilocybin elicits long-lasting neural plasticity and behavioral effects, but prior studies largely examined stress-naive animals. Using longitudinal imaging, we show that psilocybin increases dendritic spine density in frontal cortical neurons and facilitates fear extinction after chronic restraint stress, demonstrating psilocybin’s ...

bioRxiv 2026-04-21 Knox CA, Woodburn SC, Gilbert AD, Schlotzhauer JM, Kwan AC.
bioRxiv PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybin NeuroplasticityBrain ImagingAgingAnimal Study Animal Study

A25-year analysis of Armillaria (honey mushroom) poisoning in Wisconsin.

BackgroundWild mushroom foraging is common in the United States. Poisoning usually results from misidentification, though some "edible" mushrooms can also cause toxicity. Armillaria ("honey mushrooms") are widely foraged and generally considered edible, yet sporadic gastrointestinal illness has been reported. Their clinical effects remain poorly described. P...

Unknown journal 2026-04-21 Feldman R, Audette M, Leacock PR, Theobald J.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin Chronic PainAgingCase ReportAdolescentsToxicity Case Report HumansMushroom Poisoning

Study of Psilocybin Assisted Psychotherapy to Address Fear of Recurrence in Patients Diagnosed With Early-stage Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer in Remission

The goal of this clinical trial is to test whether psilocybin along with therapy in women with early breast cancer and ovarian cancer in remission can improve their fear of recurrence. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer \[is/are\]: Does psilocybin assisted therapy improve fear of cancer recurrence? Does psilocybin assisted therapy improve anxiety, depr...

ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-20 University of Colorado, Denver
ClinicalTrials.gov CLINICAL TRIAL psilocybin DepressionAnxietyClinical TrialObservational Study Clinical Trial Breast CancerOvarian Cancer

The efficacy and safety of psilocybin-assisted therapy for major depressive disorder: a meta-analytic review of clinical outcomes

This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized data from 13 clinical trials (n=606) evaluating psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression. Despite early enthusiasm, the pooled standardized mean difference (-0.79, 95% confidence interval: -3.98 to 2.40, p=0.63) revealed no statistically significant...

Mental Wellness 2026-04-20 Khosravi Mohsen, De Berardis Domenico, Tusconi Massimo
Crossref Published psilocybin DepressionClinical TrialMeta-AnalysisSystematic ReviewReview ArticleTreatment-Resistant DepressionSafety Meta-Analysis

Efficacy and Safety of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy for Depression: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials

Psilocybin-assisted therapy shows promise for depression, though current evidence relies on Phase 2 trials with notable methodological limitations. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating psilocybin-assisted therapy for major or treatment-resistant depression up to February 2024. We evaluated depre...

Open Access Indonesian Journal of Medical Reviews 2026-04-20 Siti Nashria Rusdhy, Andrian Fajar Kusumadewi, Carla Raymondalexas Marchira, Mustika Suci Mahardikaningrum, Teresa Lalita Wiryarini, Devira Ayu Wulandari
Crossref Published psilocybin DepressionClinical TrialRandomized Controlled TrialMeta-AnalysisSystematic ReviewReview ArticleTreatment-Resistant DepressionSafety Randomized Controlled Trial

Serotonergic Polypharmacology of 2-Halogenated Tryptamines

Serotonergic psychedelics such as N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and 4-phosphoryloxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (psilocybin) show therapeutic promise for psychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders but may be limited by liabilities from serotonin (5-HT)-2A mediated psychoactive effects and potential cardiotoxicity via 5-HT2B activation. To address these limitation...

bioRxiv 2026-04-20 Yacoub J, Bray E, Bayyat J, Glatfelter GC, Leake A, Buitrago EM, Maitland AD, Partilla J, Cavalco NG, Schalk SS, Lammers JC, Baumann MH, McCorvy J, Leahy JW, Gulick D, Witowski CG, von Salm JL.
bioRxiv PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybinpsilocin PharmacologyReceptor PharmacologyAnimal StudyToxicity Animal Study

Case Report: Repeated low doses of psilocybin reduce perceived symptom severity but fail to restore cognitive flexibility in a case of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder: an observational case study of identical twins.

BackgroundObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can present significant challenges to individuals mental health, characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive maladaptive behaviors. Recent research into alternative treatments has highlighted psychedelics, notably psilocybin, for their potential therapeutic benefits in various psychiatric disorders, includ...

Unknown journal 2026-04-20 Drange S, Cohen J, Johansen SS, Dunkley B, Palner M.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin OCDMechanism of ActionMicrodosingWellbeingEmotional ProcessingCase ReportObservational Study Case Report

Open Label Psilocybin Brain Stimulation and Imaging Pilot Study

This open-label pilot psilocybin administration study investigates the influence of psilocybin on brain function and cognitive control functions in clinically and psychiatrically healthy volunteers. Participants will undergo experimental drug administration sessions after careful screening and preparation. Participants will also have brain activity measured ...

ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-19 Johns Hopkins University
ClinicalTrials.gov CLINICAL TRIAL psilocybin Brain ImagingAgingHealthy Volunteers Other Healthy VolunteersPsilocybin 25 mgs

Comparative Medico-Legal Frameworks for Psilocybin Regulation: A March 2026 Update

In the past year, the medical regulation of psilocybin-assisted therapy has expanded across additional international jurisdictions, requiring an update to the original medico-legal synthesis. Newly established or clarified regulatory pathways in New Zealand, Germany, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and at the United States federal level reflect continued ev...

Preprints.org 2026-04-19 Brinzei OV.
Europe PMC PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybin Mechanism of Action Other

Psilocybin restores behavioral and neuroplastic deficits induced by chronic stress in rats.

Psychedelics have emerged as a promising novel therapeutic approach for major depressive disorder (MDD). Altered activity and structural atrophy of the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, and limbic structures are associated with depressive disorders. Psilocybin may reverse the loss of synaptic connections and restore the function of these brain regions. In this...

Unknown journal 2026-04-18 Bysiek A, Szpręgiel I, Wojtas A, Maćkowiak M, Wawrzczak-Bargieła A, Leśkiewicz M, Trojan E, Kamińska K, Kumorek W, Bilecki W, Gołembiowska K.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin DepressionNeuroplasticityNeurogenesisMechanism of ActionBiomarkersAnimal Study Animal Study Pituitary-Adrenal SystemHypothalamo-Hypophyseal System

Psychedelics and Autism Therapy: A Review of Current Research and Future Directions.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition marked by challenges in social communication and repetitive behaviors. Current treatments, primarily behavioral therapies, often fail to address the core symptoms. Recent research has explored the potential of psychedelics, such as LSD, psilocybin, and MDMA, as a new therapeutic approach. While these sub...

Unknown journal 2026-04-17 Gondi CS, Gnanamony M, Gondi TP, Nersesyan L, Demirkhanyan L.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin DepressionPTSDNeuroplasticityMechanism of ActionReceptor PharmacologyConsciousnessEmotional ProcessingPsychological FlexibilityClinical TrialReview ArticleTreatment-Resistant DepressionDrug Interactions Clinical Trial

Probing the Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Response to Psilocybin in Functional Neurological Disorder (PsiFUND)

The goal of this study is to learn about the brain network response in people who have functional neurological disorder who are administered with a single dose of the psychedelic psilocybin with therapeutic support. The main question it aims to answer is: Can the default mode network, a brain network thought to be relevent in FND, be modified by the administ...

ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-16 King's College London
ClinicalTrials.gov CLINICAL TRIAL psilocybin Brain ImagingDefault Mode NetworkAging Other Functional Neurological DisorderPsilocybin

Psilocybin reshapes cortical inhibition through selective interneuron recruitment

Psychedelics show therapeutic potential for treating psychiatric disorders. While studies have emphasized the roles of cortical pyramidal cells, GABAergic neurons also express serotonin receptors and are therefore likely targets of psychedelics. In this study, we determine the effect of psilocybin on the activity dynamics of major GABAergic cell types in the...

bioRxiv 2026-04-16 Davoudian PA, Jiang Q, Knox CA, Savalia NK, Shao L, Wilson J, Weiner AM, Chong CW, Liao C, Nothnagel JD, Sakurai T, Kwan AC.
bioRxiv PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybin Receptor PharmacologyAnimal Study Animal Study

Substance use predictors of arrest and self-reported criminal behavior in the United States: The role of psychedelics and rarely used drugs.

BackgroundLittle research investigates the role of rarely used drugs in criminal offending. Moreover, given research suggesting that psychedelics reduce criminal offending, more research is needed to further document connections between psychedelics and crime.AimThis study examines the role of rarely used drugs in criminal behavior and extends previous resea...

Unknown journal 2026-04-15 Norris JJ.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin AddictionObservational StudyAdolescents Observational Study

Psilocybin’s Kinematic Effect on Manual Dexterity

Abstract Rationale Clinical interest in psilocybin-assisted rehabilitation for motor disorders is growing. However, psilocybin’s motor effects are under-researched, and quantifying them is essential for assessing treatment risks and outcomes. Objectives This study aims to clarify whether acute effects of psilocybin disrupts established patterns of manual dex...

Research Square 2026-04-14 Klintefors P, Bhagavan C, Kanaan R, Bryson A, Berlowitz D, Attard Z, Carter O.
Europe PMC PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybin Clinical TrialReview ArticleHealthy VolunteersSafety Clinical Trial

Psilocybin in Older Adults: Therapeutic Opportunities in Inflammation-Driven Disorders of Aging-From Depression to Neurodegeneration

Aging is associated with chronic, low-grade inflammation (“inflammaging”), which contributes to neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders such as depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease. Conventional pharmacotherapies often provide limited benefit in older adults and are further complicated by polypharmacy and drug-drug interactions. ...

Preprints.org 2026-04-14 Jóźwiak-Bębenista M, Stasiak A, Sienkiewicz M, Kwiatkowski P, Kowalczyk E.
Europe PMC PREPRINT (not peer reviewed) psilocybinpsilocin DepressionPharmacologyMechanism of ActionReceptor PharmacologyDefault Mode NetworkAgingInflammagingReview ArticleOlder AdultsTreatment-Resistant DepressionSafetyDrug InteractionsInflammationImmune Function Review Article

Psilocybin use in Puerto Rico: Patterns, motivations, and personality correlates from an online survey

Abstract Background and aims Psilocybin, a psychoactive compound found in fungi commonly referred to as “magic mushrooms,” is consumed for both spiritual and recreational purposes. However, psilocybin use in Puerto Rico remains understudied. This exploratory cross-sectional survey aimed to describe patterns of use, motivations for consumption, explanatory fa...

Journal of Psychedelic Studies 2026-04-14 Vélez Rodríguez Jean C., Duquesne-Maldonado Yanice, Hernández Torres Julián M., Da'Luz Sant'Ana Istoni, Nazario Cruz M.
Crossref Published psilocybin AddictionPersonality ChangeSpiritualityObservational Study Observational Study

Effects of a single dose of psilocybin on diet-induced weight loss in obese mice.

Prolonged obesity induces enduring structural changes within neural circuits that contribute to maintaining the body at an elevated/obese body weight. These circuits regulate various mechanisms which can inhibit extreme or persistent weight loss. Therefore, a potential therapeutic strategy to facilitate weight loss is to promote structural plasticity within ...

Unknown journal 2026-04-13 Keenan RJ, Haque RT, Jin X, Mustafa T, Homman-Ludiye J, Elysee K, Wee ZS, Simonds SE, Foldi CJ, Cowley MA.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin NeuroplasticityPharmacologyMechanism of ActionAnimal Study Animal Study AnimalsMice

A phase 1 study of a second experience with Group Retreat Psilocybin Therapy for partial responders after a first experience.

IntroductionPsilocybin therapy has demonstrated efficacy for cancer-related anxiety and depression, but resource-intensive individual treatment models raise important questions for psychedelic public health about equitable access and scalability. In our prior Phase 1/2 study of group retreat psilocybin therapy for patients with metastatic cancer, we observed...

Unknown journal 2026-04-13 Back AL, McGregor BA, Thorn LL, Harvey K, Blom D, Callan G, Guy J, Kumar S, Hershberg R, Layer M, Levin J, Myers S, Perez J, Salmonson K, Thompson P, Whinney J.
Europe PMC Published psilocybin DepressionAnxietyHeadache / MigraineMystical ExperienceClinical TrialCancer PatientsSafetyAdverse Events Clinical Trial HumansNeoplasms

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3,975 indexed records across 8 active sources.

3,210Published
478Preprints
287Clinical trials
  1. Europe PMC 2,554 records · 64.3%
  2. PubMed 302 records · 7.6%
  3. ClinicalTrials.gov 287 records · 7.2%
  4. OpenAlex 283 records · 7.1%
  5. PsyArXiv 216 records · 5.4%
  6. Crossref 157 records · 3.9%
  7. bioRxiv 142 records · 3.6%
  8. medRxiv 34 records · 0.9%

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