The Psychedelic Prescription

PoliticsSocial IssuesCulture Feb 08, 2023 • Tim Baker

Every year in Autumn, Magic Mushroom 'Fairies' go foraging for the many of the psychedelic mushroom varieties native to New Zealand Aotearoa. One such individual is "John". We have masked John's identity to protect him from prosecution.

John forages enough to supply himself and his clients for the whole year. His clients range from people with degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia to those seeking to break free from prescription medications like antidepressants and SSRIs.

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