Articles written by Juan Spínelli - Benzinga

Breaking Taboos: Rabbi Leads Research On Psychedelics And Jewish Identity

A new study explores Jewish Americans' relationship with psychedelics, aiming to understand their spiritual and cultural significance within the community.

Sexual Health: Psychedelics Found To Enhance Function In Imperial College Study

A new study shows psilocybin may improve sexual function for months, offering potential benefits for sexual health and depression.

DEA's Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing Set To Begin In January 2025 As Controversy Mounts

DEA's cannabis rescheduling hearing begins January 21, 2025, as the industry raises concerns over process transparency and political influence.

Portland Launches Nation's First Psilocybin Service Center Combining Mindfulness Practices

Portland's PNW Integrative Center combines psilocybin therapy with mindfulness practices to provide transformative experiences for mental health and wellness.

Mapping How Ayahuasca Affects Fear Circuits: Key Insights From New Research

New research explores how ayahuasca influences brain circuits involved in fear and anxiety, offering insights into its potential therapeutic uses

Aaron Rodgers Opens Up About Psychedelic Healing In New Netflix Docuseries, 'Enigma'

Aaron Rodgers explores his healing journey in Enigma, offering a deep dive into his emotional and spiritual recovery. Premieres Dec. 17.

Psilocybin Mushroom Debate Heats Up In Detroit As The City Raids Healing Shack

Detroit's Psychedelic Healing Shack faces closure after a city raid over psilocybin mushrooms. Owner claims religious freedom to sell them.

TV News Anchor Kendis Gibson Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles And Psychedelic Therapy In New Memoir

Kendis Gibson's new memoir Five Trips details his journey through mental health struggles, childhood trauma, and psychedelic healing.

VA Funds $1.5M MDMA Study To Treat PTSD In Veterans

The VA announces a $1.5 million study on MDMA-assisted therapy for veterans with PTSD and AUD, advancing psychedelic research.

RFK Jr.'s Anti-Science Views 'Could Be Very Dangerous' For Psychedelics Movement Says Michael Pollan

Pollan shares concerns about RFK Jr.'s stance on psychedelics, warning that his anti-science views could undermine the movement's credibility.

Kelly Slater Talks Psychedelics: Healing Trauma And Unlocking Potential

Kelly Slater explores the transformative potential of psychedelics for mental health and unlocking human performance.

Veterans Seek Healing Through Psychedelic Therapy As Seen In New Documentary 'In Waves And War'

In Waves and War showcases the transformative power of psychedelic therapy for veterans battling PTSD and TBI.

Silicon Valley Titans And Their Psychedelic Journeys: The Experiences That Shaped Them

Silicon Valley's top leaders, including Steve Jobs, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk, share their experiences with psychedelics, from personal transformation to innovation.

Yale Center Invests $600K+ On Cannabis Research Grants: These Are The Key Conditions Being Studied

Yale's Center announces $600K in grants to 14 researchers studying cannabis' impact on brain development and mental health.

Brazil Greenlights Hemp Production, Sale: A Game-Changer For Medical Cannabis

Brazil's recent court ruling on industrial hemp cultivation for medical use signals a major shift in the country's cannabis landscape.

Gold Flora Faces Receivership Proceedings As Financial Struggles Deepen

California-based cannabis operator Gold Flora faces receivership amid $37M losses and unpaid debts, while pursuing bold expansion plans.

DEA Sets Stage For Marijuana Rescheduling With December 2 Hearing

DEA to host a procedural hearing on marijuana rescheduling December 2, addressing tax relief, research barriers, and political tensions.

Veteran Access To Psychedelic Mental Health Therapies Stalls In Virginia

Virginia lawmakers fail to advance legislation to explore psychedelic therapies like psilocybin, leaving future treatment uncertain.

DMT: The Hidden 'Spirit Molecule' Within Your Body

DMT, known as the "spirit molecule," could be key to understanding dreams, near-death experiences, and spiritual awakenings.

COMPASS Pathways: Institutional Pressure Amid $43M Market Cap Decline, What's Next For This Psychedelics Co?

COMPASS Pathways faces $43M market cap loss, raising concerns among institutional investors holding 30% ownership.