Psychology America With Dr. Alexandra

Psilocybin, a hallucinogen derived from certain mushrooms, is receiving a lot of attention lately in the research community and Johns Hopkins University has just recommended that this compound be reclassified for medicinal use to treat depression, anxiety and to help people stop smoking.  What is psilocybin and does it have lasting beneficial effects on depression and anxiety?  How does it impact our brain?   Learn more about the effect of psilocybin with guest Jennifer Campbell, MA.I met Jennifer Campbell, in San Francisco this past August where she presented on the topic: “Psilocybin in the Therapeutic Milieu” at the American Psychological Association’s Annual Convention.  Her presentation was fascinating and I asked Jennifer if she would come onto the show to share these research findings with listeners.   Jennifer is  finishing up her Clinical Psychology PhD studies at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, California and works in neuropsychological and rehabilitation psychology at the Texas Neuro