Could psilocybin be the key to treating anorexia?
August 5, 20267 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmCould psilocybin be the key to treating anorexia?An active ingredient in magic mushrooms, psilocybin has shown early promise for treating eating disordersBy Alexandra Pattillo edited by Claire CameronPsilocybe cubensis. Alexander_Volkov/Getty ImagesThis story discusses topics such as eating disorders and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, help is available.
- ▪August 5, 20267 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmCould psilocybin be the key to treating anorexia?An active ingredient in magic mushrooms, psilocybin has shown early promise for treating eating disordersBy Alexandra Pattillo edited by Clai
- ▪Alexander_Volkov/Getty ImagesThis story discusses topics such as eating disorders and suicide.
- ▪If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, help is available.
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| Original publisher | Scientific American |
| Canonical URL | https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/psilocybin-could-kick-start-anorexia-recovery-early-results-suggest/ |
| Publication time | Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:39:09 +0000 |
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August 5, 20267 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAmCould psilocybin be the key to treating anorexia?An active ingredient in magic mushrooms, psilocybin has shown early promise for treating eating disordersBy Alexandra Pattillo edited by Claire CameronPsilocybe cubensis. Alexander_Volkov/Getty ImagesThis story discusses topics such as eating disorders and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, help is available. Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use the online Lifeline Chat. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can contact the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders helpline by calling (888) 375-7767.
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