Single moderate dose of psilocybin linked to temporary reduction in OCD symptoms

Single moderate dose of psilocybin linked to temporary reduction in OCD symptoms

A new study suggests that a moderate dose of psilocybin can effectively reduce symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder for a short period. The findings indicate that the improvement is most pronounced in compulsive behaviors rather than obsessive thoughts. These results were published in the journal Comprehensive Psychiatry. Obsessive-compulsive disorder, commonly known as OCD, is a chronic mental health condition. It is characterized by uncon…