Psychedelics

A Vermont state lawmaker has pitched the decriminalization of three psychedelic substances — psilocybin, ayahuasca, and peyote — as well as kratom.

Scientists have created a bacteria solution that exudes industrial quantities of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in “magic mushrooms” that is being studied as a potentially groundbreaking treatment for depression and other mental health afflictions.

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University announced last week the formation of what is likely the world’s largest research facility dedicated to psilocybin and psychedelic medicinal research.

Denver voters have passed a city initiative decriminalizing the adult possession and use of psilocybin (a.k.a. psychedelic) mushrooms. It is the first successful initiative of its kind in the U.S.