How dangerous are shrooms, and why?

Learn all about psilocybin, a hallucinogenic substance that can be obtained from certain types of mushroom, commonly referred to as 'magic mushrooms.' This MNT Knowledge Center article explores the risks and effects of psilocybin, as well as its potential for abuse and addiction. read more

Correctly identified, psilocybin mushrooms present little physiological danger. Taken in a supportive setting with appropriate physical and emotional safeguards in place, the main risks are transient anxiety/fear/disphoria, with possible longer-term psychological upset (as opposed to damage) from difficult insights experienced. read more

Know Your Shrooms. One of the dangers associated with taking magic mushrooms has do with the fungi themselves. If you decide to go out looking for mushrooms to take to get high, be sure you are picking the right ones. read more

Shrooms, also known as psilocybin or “magic mushrooms,” belong to the hallucinogen class of drugs, most known for their ability to alter a person’s sense of reality. In spite of their nature-made origins, the harmful side effects of shrooms can cause serious health complications and even death in some cases. read more