Psychedelic treatments show promise for OCD while cannabis doesn’t, review finds
PositiveScience
- A recent review published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research indicates that psychedelic treatments may be effective for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), while cannabis does not show similar promise. Dr. Michael Van Ameringen, a psychiatry professor at McMaster University, noted that 40-60% of OCD patients experience limited relief from conventional treatments such as SSRIs and exposure therapy.
- This finding is significant as it suggests a potential new avenue for treating OCD, a condition that affects many individuals who currently struggle to find effective relief from existing therapies. The research highlights the need for further exploration into psychedelic substances as viable treatment options.
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