14/08/2026
AMANITAPHOBIA: Today, a new article was published examining cultural biases against the iconic Amanita muscaria mushroom. Bias and discomfort around this mushroom run deep in Western cultures, so deep that negative characterizations of the mushroom, such as suggestions of its use in su***de, are hardly questioned. This article explores the topic of Amanitaphobia (bias against A. muscaria) in depth. You can find the full article here:
Abstract Background and aims In the past 10 years, several publications have made the dubious assertion that Amanita muscaria is commonly used for suicidal purposes, though no primary sources are cited. Despite scientific advances in understanding A. muscaria's pharmacology, discussion of this psych...
