If Everything Is Psychedelic, Then Nothing Is: A Response to O'Donnell et al. and Lepow et al.
Psychedelic Med (New Rochelle) December 13, 2023 DOI: 10.1089/psymed.2023.29003.cdn
Summary
The term "psychedelic" has become increasingly diluted in scientific discourse, potentially undermining its value in research and therapy. This analysis challenges recent attempts to broaden the definition of psychedelics to include practices like meditation and breathwork. While these practices can induce profound experiences, labeling them as psychedelic risks losing the term's specific meaning and clinical utility.
Abstract
If Everything Is Psychedelic, Then Nothing Is: A Response to O'Donnell et al. and Lepow et al.