Psilocybin for Depression: Are Magic Mushrooms Doing the Trick? - Frankly Speaking Ep 361

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-361 Overview: In this episode, we delve into a topic of growing interest in medicine—the use of psilocybin to treat depression. Join us as we discuss the pharmacotherapeutic action of psilocybin and the results of a recent study that has suggested that a one-time dose of psilocybin can be an effective treatment for depression. Hear valuable insights into the potential benefits and limitations and feel prepared to respond to patient questions about this treatment. Episode resource links: JAMA. 2023;330(9):843-853. doi:10.1001/jama.2023.14530 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Richard Onorato