Single DMT dose relieves depression

Researchers found in a small clinical trial that a single intravenous dose of DMT, given with psychotherapy, produced rapid, sustained reductions in depressive symptoms in adults with major depression.

The Guardian

Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows

Researchers find DMT - used in shamanic rituals - in tandem with psychotherapy has significant effect People with major depressive disorder can see a rapid and lasting improvement after a single dose of the psychedelic drug dimethyltryptamine (DMT) when it is combined with psychotherapy, doctors have said. A small clinical trial involving 34 people found that psychedelic-assisted therapy prompted a swift reduction in depressive symptoms that endured long after the drug had worn off, with some still feeling the benefits six months later. Continue reading. . .

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New Scientist

Psychedelic reduces depression symptoms after just one dose

The psychedelic DMT has been linked to improved mental health outcomes before, but now, scientists have shown it reduces depression symptoms more than a placebo when given alongside therapeutic support