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Psilocybin therapy for alcohol use disorder and depression with Amandine Luquiens
Psilocybin therapy for alcohol use disorder and depression with Amandine Luquiens
Psilocybin therapy for alcohol use disorder and depression with Amandine Luquiens
Friday 30th January 2026
Explore psilocybin therapy for alcohol use disorder and depression with Professor Amandine Luquiens.
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Episode Overview
- Psilocybin shows promise as a treatment for alcohol use disorder and depression.
- Combining psilocybin with psychotherapy may enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- High demand exists for alternative addiction treatments.
- Pilot study indicates feasibility and positive preliminary results.
- Further research needed to explore trauma response and policy implications.
"People are craving for alternative options because they are not all satisfied with the current ways of providing care."
Curious about how psilocybin might change the game for alcohol use disorder and depression? In this episode, Dr Tsen Vei Lim chats with Professor Amandine Luquiens, an addiction psychiatrist from the University of Montpellier, about her groundbreaking research on using psilocybin as a treatment option. Imagine using the active ingredient in magic mushrooms to tackle alcohol dependency and depressive symptoms—sounds intriguing, right?
Professor Luquiens shares insights from her recent feasibility study, which is one of the first of its kind in France. The study focused on individuals with severe alcohol use disorder and persistent depressive symptoms, revealing promising results. You'll learn how psilocybin, combined with psychotherapy, could offer a new pathway to recovery. But it's not all smooth sailing; concerns about using a hallucinogen in treatment are addressed, along with the need for controlled settings and therapeutic support.
The conversation also touches on the public's growing interest in alternative treatments, especially given the limitations of traditional methods. With high demand for participation in the study, it's clear that people are eager for new solutions. As Professor Luquiens explains, psilocybin's potential lies not just in its biological effects but also in its ability to work alongside modern therapeutic approaches like mindfulness.
If you're fascinated by the intersection of psychedelics and mental health, this episode offers a glimpse into a possible future where psilocybin plays a key role in treating addiction. What does this mean for the future of addiction treatment? Tune in to find out!