"Surge in Magic Mushroom Seizures Reflects Growing Popularity in the US"

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"Surge in Magic Mushroom Seizures Reflects Growing Popularity in the US"
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A new study shows that drug busts of psilocybin mushrooms have increased significantly between 2017 and 2022, indicating a rise in availability and demand for the psychedelic drug. This comes at a time when there's a growing interest in psychedelics for therapeutic use, with some states decriminalizing their use. However, experts like Dr. Nora Volkow and Dr. Joshua Siegel express concerns about the potential negative impacts of increased psilocybin use, including the risk of psychosis and suicidal ideation, as well as the lack of research on its interactions with other drugs or medications.

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