From compulsive behaviors to potential therapeutic interventions (IMAGE)

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From compulsive behaviors to potential therapeutic interventions

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From compulsive behaviors to potential therapeutic interventions. (Left) Excessive hand-washing illustrating compulsive behaviors characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder. (Right) Psilocybe cubensis mushrooms containing psilocybin, showing characteristic blue bruising from psilocin oxidation. Psilocybin is under investigation for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders. Images © Depositphotos, extended license.

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Julio Licinio

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