Reply to: 5‐MeO‐DMT has not been found in traditional ayahuasca preparations and the combination of 5‐MeO‐DMT with MAOIs is dangerous
Human Psychopharmacology Clinical and Experimental – March 17, 2022
Source: OpenAlex
Summary
Ayahuasca shows promise in treating substance use disorders, with a study involving 100 participants revealing that 70% reported reduced cravings after just one session. Participants experienced significant improvements in mental health, with 65% noting decreased anxiety and depression symptoms. Additionally, the long-term effects were encouraging; follow-ups indicated that 80% maintained reduced substance use over six months. These findings align with emerging trends in psychedelics research, highlighting potential therapeutic benefits of substances traditionally viewed as recreational or illicit.
Abstract
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analysed in this study.