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Study For Psilocybin Therapy On Gambling Addiction Happening This Fall

Keegan MacDonald by Keegan MacDonald
August 18, 2023
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Psilocybin therapy, hailed as a revolutionary approach to addiction treatment, is rapidly expanding its reach. Recent studies have spotlighted the potential of this emerging psychedelic treatment in combating substance use disorders, including alcohol and nicotine addiction. The spotlight now turns to an uncharted territory: gambling addiction. A team of British scientists is embarking on a groundbreaking endeavor to explore whether psilocybin could offer relief to those trapped in the throes of compulsive gambling.

In what marks a historic milestone, the world’s first clinical trial of psilocybin for gambling addiction is set to begin. Backed by government funding, the study is a collaboration among top neuropharmacologists, including Rayyan Zafar, who referred to the initiative as a “pioneering move.” Scheduled to launch this October, the trial initially involves five patients, with plans to scale up participation next year.

The efficacy of psilocybin in treating alcohol addiction has already demonstrated promise. Research from 2022 revealed that individuals with alcohol use disorder experienced a 51% reduction in heavy drinking after receiving psilocybin. Moreover, nearly half of the participants who received psilocybin had ceased drinking entirely, compared to only 24% in the placebo group, eight months after the initial dose. Another study published in June 2023 highlighted the benefits of psilocybin in addressing stressors and reducing alcohol cravings, shedding light on its broader potential in addiction therapy.

The rise of gambling addiction as a recognized medical diagnosis in the U.K. underscores the pressing need for effective interventions. With a mere 3% of afflicted individuals receiving professional treatment, the lack of approved pharmacological solutions underscores the urgency for innovative approaches.

Imperial College London is funding the study with government support, signaling a paradigm shift in attitudes toward psychedelic therapies. This financial endorsement reflects the growing recognition of the legitimate therapeutic potential that psychedelics offer. While psilocybin therapy holds immense promise, ongoing research aims to understand its long-term effects and determine the individuals most likely to benefit. Affordability remains a challenge in making this treatment accessible to all.

In a world that is increasingly embracing alternative therapies, psilocybin is forging a path toward addressing not just chemical dependencies, but the root causes that fuel addictive behaviors. As with the evolving landscape of cannabis, the horizon holds transformative changes in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapies. With each breakthrough, the stigma surrounding these treatments is fading, paving the way for a future where healing takes diverse and innovative forms.

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