Can depression be cured with a single dose of 'magic mushroom' therapy? New research raises hope

News Topical, Digital Desk : Have you ever thought that just a small dose can be enough to dispel the darkness of depression? A dose that can free you from the burden of years? A recent medical study has revealed something similar. According to this research, a special enzyme found in 'magic mushrooms', called psilocybin, has emerged as an incredible hope in reducing depression and anxiety in cancer patients.

What is magic mushroom and its effect?

Psilocybin, the natural enzyme found in magic mushrooms, can now bring a new revolution in mental health treatment. This enzyme brings such changes in the brain that problems like depression and anxiety are reduced. The special thing is that therapy done correctly with the same dose can show long-term effects.

What did the new research reveal?

Recently, researchers in the US conducted a small-scale study involving 28 cancer patients who were all suffering from depression. They were given a single dose of 25 milligrams of psilocybin, but the drug was not given alone - it was also accompanied by therapy under the supervision of professional psychologists.

When the patients were followed up after 2 years, the results were surprising:

• A profound reduction in depression symptoms was observed in 53% of patients.
• Depression was completely cured in 50% of patients.
• Anxiety levels also improved significantly in 43% of patients.

Just one dose, but the effect lasts for many years

Dr. Manish Aggarwal, the lead author of this study, says, "It is a big deal to get such long-term relief from depression with just one dose of psilocybin therapy. Now we are trying to find out if this treatment is repeated, can more patients become completely free from depression and anxiety."

A new ray of hope for mental health

The researchers are now working on a larger study involving more patients, a double dose, and comparisons with a placebo to see if psilocybin could be adopted as a standard treatment, especially for cancer patients who are at high risk of mental illness.

Caution is also necessary

Although the results of this research are very promising, experts believe that using psilocybin without medical supervision can be dangerous. This drug is not for any normal person and should only be used in a controlled environment, under the supervision of trained doctors.

This study shows that in the future, psilocybin-based therapy can revolutionize mental health improvement, especially for cancer patients. Getting relief for years with just a single dose is not only encouraging for science, but also a new hope for millions of patients.

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