Psilocybin for anxiety and depression in cancer care? Lessons from the past and prospects for the future.
J Psychopharmacol December 1, 2016 DOI: 10.1177/0269881116675754 via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsilocybin therapy shows promise for alleviating anxiety and depression in cancer patients, drawing on lessons from past research to guide future applications. The text reviews historical studies and outlines prospects for integrating psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy into cancer care, suggesting it may provide significant mental health relief. It emphasizes the need for careful clinical implementation and further investigation to confirm efficacy and safety.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Psilocybin therapy Cancer care Mental health relief |
| Citations | 19 |
| Key finding | Psilocybin therapy has potential to reduce anxiety and depression in cancer patients, with historical lessons informing future clinical use. |
Abstract
Psilocybin for anxiety and depression in cancer care? Lessons from the past and prospects for the future.