Research & Policy Digital Deck
A comprehensive overview of the science, safety, and policy landscape surrounding psilocybin — built for Michigan lawmakers, advocates, and curious residents.
What's in this presentation?
This presentation brings together decades of research on psilocybin — from early clinical trials at Johns Hopkins and NYU to the latest findings from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It covers what psilocybin is, how it works in the brain, its therapeutic potential for conditions like depression, addiction, and end-of-life anxiety, and why Michigan communities are leading the way on sensible policy reform.
Whether you're preparing for a conversation with your city council, talking to a skeptical neighbor, or just want to understand the issue more deeply, this deck is designed to give you the facts — with citations you can verify yourself.
Why we made this
Decriminalize Psilocybin Michigan believes that good policy starts with good information. This presentation was developed to support education and advocacy efforts across the state, giving Michiganders the tools they need to have informed, evidence-based conversations about psilocybin.