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Psilocybin May Help Protect Against Depression-Linked Dementia

Psilocybin May Help Protect Against Depression-Linked Dementia

Psilocybin mushrooms

What they found

People with depression are 1.5 times more likely to develop dementia; psilocybin may protect via neuroplasticity.

People with depression are 1.5 times more likely to develop dementia; psilocybin may protect via neuroplasticity.

The number

1.5 times more likely to develop dementia

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At a glance

Latin name

Compound

psilocybin

psilocybin

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Depression & Dementia Link

Depression & Dementia Link

People with depression are 1.5 times more likely to develop dementia, suggesting depression may worsen neurodegenerative processes. Psilocybin enhances neuroplasticity, reduces brain inflammation, and stimulates new neuron growth, offering potential protection against cognitive decline. Early research shows promise for delaying dementia with psilocybin-based therapies.

People with depression are 1.5 times more likely to develop dementia, suggesting depression may worsen neurodegenerative processes. Psilocybin enhances neuroplasticity, reduces brain inflammation, and stimulates new neuron growth, offering potential protection against cognitive decline. Early research shows promise for delaying dementia with psilocybin-based therapies.

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