An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of the use of psilocybin by veterans with symptoms of trauma

Veterans are at increased risk of experiencing symptoms trauma. Although many benefit from available treatments, some find treatment inaccessible or ineffective and explore alternative substances. One such substance is psilocybin. This Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis study aimed to provide an initial insight into the experiences veterans who have used considered using psilocybin their perspectives regarding acceptability it as a for self-reported Seven with current historic trauma were interviewed. All participants had either alleviate symptoms. reported perceiving barriers when accessing considering out desperation. immediate long-term improvements in symptomatology. The suggests that perceive treatments and/or inaccessible, leading consideration alternatives, symptom reductions suggest may be viable option some. However, further research clinical trials required form conclusions on therapeutic potential this group.