19 May 2026 · The Guardian
Trump's New Support for Psychedelics
President Trump has signed an executive order to promote research and access to psychedelic drugs for mental health treatment, notably ibogaine.
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Adapted from The Guardian, 12 May 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.
Key vocabulary
executive order
a directive issued by the President to manage operations of the federal government
“President Trump signed an executive order to promote research.”
psychedelic
a substance that alters perception and mood
“Psychedelic drugs can have significant effects on mental health.”
ibogaine
a psychoactive substance derived from a plant used in some treatments
“Ibogaine has shown promise in treating brain injuries.”
research
the systematic investigation into a subject to discover facts
“The order aims to fast track research on psychedelics.”
mental health
a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being
“Psychedelics may help improve mental health conditions.”
Quick quiz
01What did President Trump sign to support psychedelic research?
02Which psychedelic drug is specifically mentioned in the article?
03What is the potential benefit of ibogaine mentioned in the article?
Discussion
What are the potential benefits and risks of using psychedelics for mental health treatment?