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Psilocybin Shows Promise in Reducing Veteran Depression

9/8/2025

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A study found that a single dose of psilocybin significantly reduced depressive symptoms in U.S. military veterans for up to 12 months.
After six months, 50% of the 10 participants were in remission, and 80% experienced meaningful symptom reduction.
Participants received a 25 mg psilocybin capsule and attended preparatory and integration therapy sessions.
Antidepressant effects diminished after six months, with 40% still responding at 12 months.
Limitations include a small sample size and absence of a control group, affecting generalizability.

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Story summary

A study found that a single dose of psilocybin significantly reduced depressive symptoms in U.S. military veterans for up to 12 months.
After six months, 50% of the 10 participants were in remission, and 80% experienced meaningful symptom reduction.
Participants received a 25 mg psilocybin capsule and attended preparatory and integration therapy sessions.
Antidepressant effects diminished after six months, with 40% still responding at 12 months.
Limitations include a small sample size and absence of a control group, affecting generalizability.