Psilocybin Use in the United States

The use of psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, has increased significantly in the United States since 2019. Research suggests potential benefits for anxiety, depression, and chronic pain treatment, but also raises public health concerns. Public views on psilocybin are shifting, requiring better education, surveillance, and policy responses.

Psychedelic Church Led by Dez

Dez had a chemically induced vision of his ancestors in Mexico, leading him to start a psychedelic church offering magic mushrooms to combat hate and fascism in the US. The church has grown to 550 members, providing free communal offerings and hosting weekly sessions.

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