Oregon Board Recommends State Develop A Treatment Framework For Psilocybin Therapy For Mental Health Disorders

In its review of the potential legal use of psilocybin, the Oregon Psilocybin Evidence Review Board found evidence that psilocybin is a promising treatment for depression and anxiety. It recommended that the state develop a treatment framework. The end goal is to create safe and legal psilocybin-assisted therapy for various mental health conditions. The review was conducted to comply with Measure 109 of 2020, the Oregon Psilocybin Services Act, which directs the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to establish rules and regulations to support the provision of psilocybin services. The recommendation is based on the board’s review of available . . .