Essays about: "Psilocybin"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 11 essays containing the word Psilocybin.

  1. 6. Development of an improved psilocybin synthesis

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Uppsala universitet Innovation (UU Innovation); Uppsala universitet/Läkemedelsdesign och läkemedelsutveckling

    Author : Reham Shaba; [2020]
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    Abstract : Psilocybin is a hallucinogenic compound found in fungi and is currently evaluated inclinical trials for treatment of depression, anxiety and addiction. Psilocybin is aprodrug of the pharmacologically active metabolite, psilocin. READ MORE

  3. 7. Psilocybin and LSD in the Treatment of Depression and Anxiety

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Marcus Allgulin; [2020]
    Keywords : LSD; psilocybin; cognitive neuroscience; psychedelic-assisted therapy; depression; anxiety; 5-HT2A; Default Mode Network;

    Abstract : Psychiatry is in a crisis. Mental health disorders are on the rise worldwide and there are currently not enough efficient treatment methods that would meet the patients’ needs. Hence, the societal and economic costs of mental health problems are enormous, as well as the suffering of individuals afflicted by mental health problems. READ MORE

  4. 8. Psilocybin's effects on the brain and implications for depression treatment

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik och samhälle

    Author : Katariina Sarajärvi; [2020]
    Keywords : psilocybin; depression; psychedelic-assisted therapy; psilosybiini; masennus; psykedeeliavusteinen terapia; psilocybin; depression; psykedelisk terapi;

    Abstract : Mental illnesses, especially depression, are a global problem that require new treatment options to those whose symptoms are resistant to the current ones. Psilocybin, which is a naturally occurring drug in mushrooms, has become a potential candidate. READ MORE

  5. 9. The Therapeutic Potential of Psilocybin and 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine in the Treatment of Depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Sofia Gyllvik; [2020]
    Keywords : 3; 4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine; MDMA; psilocybin; entactogen; psychedelic; psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy; MDMA-assisted psychotherapy;

    Abstract : The psychedelic psilocybin and the entactogen 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) are being scientifically studied again after a long hiatus, and especially for their potential in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Their profound effect on cognitive, perceptual, and affective processes have led to several clinical studies during the last decade that have forced the reconsideration of the utility of these substances. READ MORE

  6. 10. THE POTENTIAL THERAPEUTIC VALUE OF PSILOCYBIN : In Relation to Depression

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Isabella Stendahl; [2019]
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    Abstract : Depression is one of the most disabling and prevalent mental disorders, which causes excessive feelings of sadness and despair. Unfortunately, there are a substantial number of patients that do not respond well to conventional interventions and new approaches are therefore needed. READ MORE