Psilocybin vs. MDMA for PTSD: What the Research Shows
Direct Answer: MDMA-assisted therapy has the strongest evidence for PTSD specifically — 67% no longer met PTSD criteria after treatment in Phase 3 trials. Psilocybin shows strong promise but has less PTSD-specific evidence. Both work through different mechanisms.
How They Differ
MDMA: Reduces fear response while increasing trust and empathy — ideal for trauma processing. Approved by FDA for breakthrough therapy designation. Psilocybin: Produces ego dissolution and mystical experience — powerful for meaning-making and perspective shift. Broader mental health applications beyond PTSD.
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