WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - The Department of Veterans Affairs is studying how psychedelic-assisted therapy could help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.

"We have over 12 studies going on right now within the VA that deal with psychedelics, MDMA, psilocybin and others, and we're continuing to push forward on that," VA Secretary Doug Collins said.

Collins says he wants to make sure all options are on the table when it comes to taking care of those who served.

"We're already seeing some great results. And that's what's kept us to push for more as we go forward," Collins said.

Last year, the FDA rejected a psychedelic treatment for PTSD, saying the data wasn't there. Now, some lawmakers say they're optimistic the tide is turning with the administration conducting research.

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