Today’s Solutions: December 03, 2024

Psilocybin shows yet another a

Psilocybin shows yet another anti-depressive benefit: boosting optimism

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Psilocybin, the primary component found in some hallucinogenic mushrooms, is still making waves in mental health research. As scientists look for novel treatments for depression, psilocybin is emerging as a promising contender. A recent study by Monash Read More...

Australia makes history as the

Australia makes history as the first country to permit psychedelic-assisted therapy

Earlier this year, The Optimist Daily published an article praising Australia for becoming the first nation to acknowledge the benefits of psychedelics as medicine. Now, this recognition has been taken a step further. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia granted authorization Read More...

The psychedelic therapy moveme

The psychedelic therapy movement is hitting its stride

We’ve shared before on The Optimist Daily how alternative medications like psilocybin and even MDMA could be used to treat depression and PTSD with more permanent results. With promising studies adding to the body of research supporting these therapies, we are beginning to see a monumental shift Read More...