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Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy

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Therapeutic protocol combining psilocybin with professional psychotherapy for depression and other conditions.

Example: The VA's PIVOT trial and a 12-veteran pilot with a 75% remission rate are two real examples — see our coverage of both.

What is psilocybin-assisted therapy?

A therapeutic protocol combining psilocybin with professional psychotherapy, studied for depression and other conditions.

Has psilocybin-assisted therapy been tested with veterans?

Yes — the VA's PIVOT trial and a separate 12-veteran pilot reporting a 75% remission rate are two real examples. See our coverage of both.

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