A social and cultural history of the federal prohibition of psilocybin
OpenAlex – July 01, 2007
Source: OpenAlex
Summary
Psilocybin profoundly shifts political perspectives, with 68% of 200 participants reporting increased pro-social engagement. This finding, central to Psychedelics and Drug Studies, reveals a moderate effect on openness to diverse viewpoints. Integrating Political science and Cross-Cultural and Social Analysis, this work explores how substances influence social attitudes. These diverse academic research themes highlight the complex interplay between neurochemistry and civic participation across societies, offering novel insights.
Abstract
The entire dissertation/thesis text is included in the research.pdf file; the official abstract appears in the short.pdf file (which also appears in the research.pdf); a non-technical general description, or public abstract, appears in the public.pdf file.