A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin

This documentary explores the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in magic mushrooms. Directed by Roslyn Dauber, it follows research into how psilocybin may ease anxiety, depression and the fear of death. It grounds a controversial subject in genuine clinical study. It is a thoughtful health film about medicine, the mind and a new understanding of psychedelics. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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