Psilocybin can occasion mystical-type experiences having substantial and sustained personal meaning and spiritual significance
@article{Griffiths2006PsilocybinCO, title={Psilocybin can occasion mystical-type experiences having substantial and sustained personal meaning and spiritual significance}, author={R. R. Griffiths and Waldo Richards and Ud McCann and Robert Jesse}, journal={Psychopharmacology}, year={2006}, volume={187}, pages={268-283} }
RationaleAlthough psilocybin has been used for centuries for religious purposes, little is known scientifically about its acute and persisting effects.ObjectivesThis double-blind study evaluated the acute and longer-term psychological effects of a high dose of psilocybin relative to a comparison compound administered under comfortable, supportive conditions.Materials and methodsThe participants were hallucinogen-naïve adults reporting regular participation in religious or spiritual activities…
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