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More people than ever are curious about psychedelics, the substances – plants, fungi and compounds – that create expanded states of consciousness. New research shows these substances could be promising medicines, particularly in conjunction with therapy. A central element of Indigenous spiritual practices since ancient times, psychoactive substances are now being embraced by other cultures to support personal growth, creativity and a deeper connection to the divine.
Ketamine, unlike the classic psychedelic substances, is a legal dissociative anesthetic that is used…
There are myriad ways to experience psychedelics, from clinical therapy to ceremony to recreationally…
Research suggests psilocybin may have potential as a treatment for OCD. Psilocybin interacts with…
The author visits the Sonoran Desert to investigate the sustainability and collection of Bufo alvarius toads by Mexico’s indigenous Seri people for the harvesting of 5-MeO-DMT.
Despite the victories of the LGBTQIA+ community in recent decades, the need for trauma-informed healing is increasingly urgent, as people grapple with internalized stigma, chronic oppression, homophobia, and rejection.
A new psychedelic salon in Berkeley seeks to establish a collegial, non-commercial, intergenerational community that harkens back to old-school psychedelic community discussions.