Longitudinal associations of naturalistic psychedelic use with psychotic and manic symptoms.
Psychol Med – March 31, 2025
Source: PubMed Central
Summary
Contrary to common concerns, people who use psychedelics like psilocybin and LSD don't show increased risk of psychotic or manic symptoms over time. Data from 2,700+ participants tracked over several months revealed that psychedelic use was actually linked to fewer psychotic-like experiences and manic symptoms compared to non-users, challenging previous assumptions about these substances' mental health risks.
Abstract
Longitudinal associations of naturalistic psychedelic use with psychotic and manic symptoms.