Psychedelics May Help Treat PTSD • CEFR A1 News for English Learners
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New Medicine Can Help People with Bad Memories
February 2026 — Some people have very bad memories. They feel scared all the time. Doctors call this PTSD.
What is PTSD?
PTSD is when a person sees or feels something very bad. After that, they cannot forget it. They feel afraid. They have bad dreams. They are always worried.
Many soldiers have PTSD. Other people have it too. It is very hard to live with PTSD.
New Medicine
Scientists study new medicine. This medicine comes from mushrooms and other plants. It can help the brain.
The medicine helps people feel safe. They can talk about bad memories. They feel less afraid.
Does It Work?
Yes! Many people feel better. In one study, 7 out of 10 people got better. This is very good news.
Doctors are happy. They want to help more people. They are doing more tests now.
The Future
This medicine is not ready yet. Scientists need to study more. But there is hope. Many people with PTSD may feel better soon.
Vocabulary Help 📚
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| medicine | something that makes sick people feel better |
| memory | something you remember |
| scared/afraid | when you feel fear |
| soldier | a person in the army |
| study | to look at something carefully to learn |
Grammar Focus 🎯
Simple Present Tense: - “Scientists study new medicine.” - “The medicine helps people.” - “Doctors want to help.”
We use simple present to talk about facts and regular actions.
Source: Live Science