J Psychopharmacol March 2015 PMID 25586396

Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence: a proof-of-concept study.

Michael P Bogenschutz, Alyssa A Forcehimes, Jessica A Pommy, Claire E Wilcox, P C R Barbosa, Rick J Strassman

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This collection of discussions demonstrates strong support and curiosity about the research on psilocybin's use in treating alcohol dependence, with examples like mentions of multiple clinical trials and expert insights emphasizing the importance of the findings. The language reflects both scientific interest and cautious optimism about its potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive potential of psilocybin for treating alcohol dependence, citing studies and expert opinions.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity with phrases like 'pretty interesting' and references to scientific trials, indicating strong engagement with the subject.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments often reference specific research, trials, and methods, demonstrating a measurable level of involvement and analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

Discussions highlight the significance of the research findings and potential shifts in treatment approaches, though the overall tone remains cautiously optimistic.

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Matan Arbel-Groissman
@ArbleMatan · X

שניתן להשתמש בפסילוציבין כדי לשפר את הגמילה מאלכהול וסיגריות וגם שניתן לייעל טיפולי דיכאון בעזרת החומר משנה התודעה במקום תרופות נוגדות דיכאון קיימות. המחקרים מראים שנטילה שבועית של הסם בליווי טיפול פסיכולוגי היה משמעותית יותר יעיל מאשר צריכה יומית של ->https://t.co/HtXodop00o

May 7, 2023 · 51 likes · 6,933 followers View post →
Origin Therapeutics
@OrigTherapeutic · X

Can #psilocybin aid in the treatment of #alcoholism? Signs point to yes. A proof-of-concept study combined psilocybin treatment with Motivational Enhancement Therapy to treat alcoholism. The results included increased abstinence and decreased cravings. https://t.co/raiW17t07W https://t.co/eCqHKcFzh0

Mar 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,053 followers View post →
Psychedelic Alpha
@Psyched_Alpha · X

Also, a 2015 study at NYU found efficacy for Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence. https://t.co/y7ppkcQ1yP

Nov 18, 2020 · 2 likes · 20,781 followers View post →
MrParaBULLic
@iLiquidatebots · X

@cryptowavesurfr Read this. https://t.co/J5LPb0KTJE thank you for reco.

Jan 4, 2023 · 1 like · 30,395 followers View post →
Dr Stephen Bright
@stephenjbright · X

@Sarah_Mc_Name @trpwolff There have been at least two clinical trials of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy using motivational interviewing: https://t.co/YcX2pRhA23 https://t.co/KoyzDdEqvb

Apr 7, 2023 · 1 like · 3,843 followers View post →
Pinzón Malo ✊
@nosupermario · X

@El_Andropausico Lo primero para informarse sobre los llamados "psicodelicos" es quitarse todos los prejuicios de varias generaciones. La internet ya esta inundada de literatura sobre los verdaderos potenciales de estas sustancias. https://t.co/rNesTYmNGd

Jan 12, 2022 · 1 like · 3,722 followers View post →

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Karl Meyer
@lrakreyem · X

@iambillyuk Also, psilocybin: https://t.co/qu2QOqKVxH

Sep 8, 2025 · 55 followers View post →
Heatherheather007
@LibertyValkyrie · X

@Hitchslap1 Positive effects of psilocybin on alcoholism and drug abuse. https://t.co/kQpqbpbMd0

Jun 25, 2025 · 182,175 followers View post →
Aar
@worldlore · X

Sources: Ayahuasca & Substance Use Disorders https://t.co/5cJi0I9Uvk Psilocybin & Alcohol Dependence https://t.co/DO2DHSI9hZ

Dec 3, 2023 · 240 followers View post →
Savor Otium
@S_otium · X

@The_Wub_ @Insert66438804 https://t.co/fz2HQV9PAI https://t.co/OU3RMrKa9t There are a couple more but you get the gist

Aug 15, 2023 · 1 like · 67 followers View post →
Matan Arbel-Groissman
@ArbleMatan · X

שניתן להשתמש בפסילוציבין כדי לשפר את הגמילה מאלכהול וסיגריות וגם שניתן לייעל טיפולי דיכאון בעזרת החומר משנה התודעה במקום תרופות נוגדות דיכאון קיימות. המחקרים מראים שנטילה שבועית של הסם בליווי טיפול פסיכולוגי היה משמעותית יותר יעיל מאשר צריכה יומית של ->https://t.co/HtXodop00o

May 7, 2023 · 51 likes · 6,933 followers View post →
Dr Stephen Bright
@stephenjbright · X

@Sarah_Mc_Name @trpwolff There have been at least two clinical trials of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy using motivational interviewing: https://t.co/YcX2pRhA23 https://t.co/KoyzDdEqvb

Apr 7, 2023 · 1 like · 3,843 followers View post →
FringeAnalyst
@FringeAnalyst · X

@wildrosesnpeaks @Patricia_Ann_E @JanisIrwin @NACMilliken Treat the addiction with scientific based and medically proven methods is the approach the UCP is taking. They're not going to continue feeding the problem. https://t.co/Oqv2VQixvE

Jan 8, 2023 · 1,172 followers View post →
MrParaBULLic
@iLiquidatebots · X

@cryptowavesurfr Read this. https://t.co/J5LPb0KTJE thank you for reco.

Jan 4, 2023 · 1 like · 30,395 followers View post →
Stap
@stap1t · X

@lunarpunky https://t.co/2lWY6DFFun

Aug 20, 2022 · 165 followers View post →
azar
@azar47_ · X

"Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence: A proof-of-concept study" pretty interesting https://t.co/955L1W7Nly

Aug 3, 2022 · 1,238 followers View post →
Dreamgbutterfly
@dreamgbutterfly · X

RT @dreamgbutterfly: If you are going to inject people you might as well try shroom'n: Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence…

Jul 24, 2022 · 1 share · 80 followers View post →
Teri Suzanne Krebs
@TeriKrebs · X

@skrappyscience @zach_haigney A recent small trial of psilocybin for alcohol dependence found similar results... Hopefully we will see larger trials soon. https://t.co/Q3Uz6jrTaJ

Mar 23, 2022 · 1 like · 1,581 followers View post →
Origin Therapeutics
@OrigTherapeutic · X

Can #psilocybin aid in the treatment of #alcoholism? Signs point to yes. A proof-of-concept study combined psilocybin treatment with Motivational Enhancement Therapy to treat alcoholism. The results included increased abstinence and decreased cravings. https://t.co/raiW17t07W https://t.co/eCqHKcFzh0

Mar 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,053 followers View post →
Pinzón Malo ✊
@nosupermario · X

@El_Andropausico Lo primero para informarse sobre los llamados "psicodelicos" es quitarse todos los prejuicios de varias generaciones. La internet ya esta inundada de literatura sobre los verdaderos potenciales de estas sustancias. https://t.co/rNesTYmNGd

Jan 12, 2022 · 1 like · 3,722 followers View post →
Dreamgbutterfly
@dreamgbutterfly · X

If you are going to inject people you might as well try shroom'n: Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence: A proof-of-concept study

Mar 4, 2021 · 1 share · 80 followers View post →
Psychedelic Alpha
@Psyched_Alpha · X

Also, a 2015 study at NYU found efficacy for Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence. https://t.co/y7ppkcQ1yP

Nov 18, 2020 · 2 likes · 20,781 followers View post →
Sansero Life Sciences
@Sansero_Life · X

Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol dependence: a proof-of-concept study: https://t.co/LDuFwMXwOs #psilocybin #treatment #alcoholism

Jul 28, 2020 · 1 like · 95 followers View post →
Polish Drug Policy Network
@PSPNpl · X

"And, like all the other addiction studies, the intensity of positive, especially spiritual, effects in the first psilocybin session predicted decreases in craving and increases in abstinence" - @DrSessa on https://t.co/jf8UZG1Nxd psychedelic research #psychedelicresearch

Oct 25, 2019 · 606 followers View post →
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