This paper introduces a new construct, the 'pivotal mental state', which is defined as a hyper-
plastic state aiding rapid and deep learning that can mediate psychological transformation …

The concept of integration has garnered increased attention in the past few years, despite a
long history of only brief mention. Integration services are offered by therapists, coaches …

Background: Several early phase studies have demonstrated that psilocybin-assisted
therapy has rapid-acting and persisting antidepressant effects from just one or two doses …

The acute subjective effects of psychedelics are responsive to users' expectations and
surroundings (ie,“set and setting”). Accordingly, a great deal of thought has gone into …

The interest in psilocybin as a therapeutic approach has grown exponentially in recent
years. Despite increasing access, there remains a lack of practical guidance on the topic for …

Background: Evidence suggests that serotonergic psychedelics (eg psilocybin), have rapid-
acting and long-lasting antidepressant effects after a single dose. However, the mechanism …

The efficacy of psychedelic-assisted therapies for mental disorders has been attributed to
the lasting change from experiential avoidance to acceptance that these treatments appear …

Psychedelic therapy shows promise as a novel intervention for a wide range of mental
health concerns but its therapeutic action is incompletely understood. In line with …

Background Psilocybin therapy is receiving attention as a mental health intervention with
transdiagnostic potential. In line with psychotherapeutic research, qualitative research has …

Addressing global mental health is a major 21st-century challenge. Current treatments have
recognized limitations; in this context, new ones that are prophylactic and effective across …