Study shows “Spiritual” effects of mushrooms last a year

psilocybinReuters is reporting that the “spiritual” effects of psilocybin from sacred mushrooms last for more than a year and may offer a way to help patients with fatal diseases or addictions.

Roland Griffiths of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore says:

“This gives credence to the claims that the mystical-type experiences some people have during hallucinogen sessions may help patients suffering from cancer-related anxiety or depression and may serve as a potential treatment for drug dependence,”

More info at Reuters

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