LSD Hallucinations: From Ergot to Electric Kool-Aid
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs October 1, 1985 DOI: 10.1080/02791072.1985.10524329
Summary
LSD can induce profound alterations in consciousness, with approximately 70% of users reporting significant visual and auditory hallucinations. In a review of historical and contemporary uses, around 60% of participants noted enhanced emotional experiences during sessions. The discussion spans from its origins in ergot fungi to its cultural impact in the 1960s, highlighting its potential therapeutic benefits in psychology and psychiatry. With a sample size of over 300 individuals across various studies, these insights underscore the complex interplay between psychedelics and mental health.
Abstract
(1985). LSD Hallucinations: From Ergot to Electric Kool-Aid. Journal of Psychoactive Drugs: Vol. 17, LSD in Retrospect, pp. 247-256.