A meta-analytic study looking into the safety and efficacy of LSD for treating mental health disorders found that its effectiveness largely depends on the type of disorder. While the analysis found no ...

Louisiana lawmakers are investigating the potential use of psychedelic drugs to address mental health issues, particularly ...

Don’t panic — relief might be just one trip away. A mind-bending new study suggests a single dose of a psychedelic drug straight out of the Summer of Love could help ease symptoms in people with ...

While dosing is the most significant determinant, other psychological and pharmacological factors also play a critical role. A positive mood before drug intake was strongly linked to elevated ratings ...

A new study suggests that virtual reality experiences designed to mimic psychedelic visual effects could safely boost creativity and flexibility in thinking.

LSD was first synthesized by Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann in 1938, working for Sandoz Pharmaceuticals (now part of Novartis) in Basel, Switzerland. He discovered its powerful psychoactive effects in ...

Immersive virtual reality experiences can reproduce visual hallucination effects, miming those induced by the use of psychedelic substances.

A clinical LSD formulation shows promise for severe anxiety. Trials reveal meaningful symptom relief and limited side effects ...

Scientists have found that immersive virtual reality may offer a way to replicate some of the psychological benefits ...