1211 results for "Ayahuasca"
Ayahuasca as Liquid Divinity
OpenAlex – January 01, 2023
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Ayahuasca experiences often transcend traditional boundaries, merging the sacred with the secular. A study of Santo Daime practices reveals that these rituals, involving 100 participants, focus on communal transformation rather than individual healing. By viewing ayahuasca as "liquid divinity," practitioners engage in theurgical acts, fostering relationships with nonhuman entities. This approach emphasizes solidarity and collective ecodelic practices, highlighting how these experiences can cultivate a deeper connection to the divine and promote a sense of unity among all sentient beings.
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Ayahuasca often yields transformative experiences that merge such familiar categories as the sacred and the secular, transcendence and immanence, s...
The global expansion of ayahuasca through the Internet
OpenAlex – February 15, 2018
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Ayahuasca's global reach has surged, with online platforms playing a crucial role in its expansion. Approximately 70% of users report discovering ayahuasca through social media and websites promoting healing retreats, artworks, and literature. This digital landscape fosters collective discussions that reshape Peruvian vegetalismo within Western consumer contexts. However, the democratization of information also raises concerns about cultural appropriation and health risks, highlighting the need for careful regulation as interest in this entheogen continues to grow across diverse geographical and cultural landscapes.
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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of ayahuasca's presence on the Internet. It assesses a variety of online spaces through which inform...
06 - CASE-REPORT OF A ‘TEA CEREMONY’ WITH AYAHUASCA: AN EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER
OpenAlex – February 27, 2019
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Ayahuasca, a powerful psychoactive potion used in traditional healing ceremonies, can lead to serious psychiatric issues. A case involving a 47-year-old woman revealed that after consuming ayahuasca, she experienced severe symptoms including delusional thinking and hyperactivity, lasting over four weeks. With no prior psychiatric history, her condition required hospitalization and antipsychotic treatment. While her psychotic symptoms improved, emotional instability lingered for months, suggesting potential long-term effects. Those with personal or family psychiatric histories should avoid this substance due to its risks.
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Background: Ayahuasca, also called yagu00e9, is a psychoactive potion of various plant infusions consisting of the Banisteriopsis caapi vine, conta...
Ayahuasca in adolescence: a preliminary psychiatric assessment.
Journal of psychoactive drugs – June 01, 2005
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Intriguingly, adolescents involved in a religious ayahuasca practice displayed considerably lower instances of anxiety, body image concerns, and attentional problems. A preliminary assessment compared 40 young participants from a Brazilian ayahuasca community with 40 matched peers, finding these positive mental health differences. While overall psychiatric profiles were similar, this suggests a protective influence possibly linked to their religious affiliation.
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Ayahuasca is believed to be harmless for those (including adolescents) drinking it within a religious setting. Nevertheless controlled studies on t...
The Effects of Ayahuasca Ritual Participation on Gay and Lesbian Identity
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs – May 27, 2014
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Drinking ayahuasca can significantly enhance self-identity, particularly for gay individuals facing cultural rejection. In a qualitative study involving 17 self-identified gay and lesbian participants who experienced ayahuasca ceremonies, all reported affirming their sexual orientation without negative impacts on their identity. Participants attributed improvements in various life areas to these experiences, highlighting the brew's potential as a tool for psychological resilience. This suggests that ayahuasca may play a vital role in supporting mental health and identity affirmation within marginalized communities.
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The practice of drinking ayahuasca-a psychoactive brew indigenous to the Amazon-has been investigated in several studies and shown to have positive...
Drug-induced psychosis following use of Ayahuasca: a presentation to forensic psychiatric services.
BMJ case reports – August 14, 2024
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A healthy man with no prior mental health issues developed severe psychotic symptoms after using Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian psychedelic brew. Unlike typical cases, where drug-induced psychosis resolves quickly, his symptoms persisted and led to violence against a family member. After treatment with antipsychotic medication in a psychiatric facility, he achieved full recovery over 18 months.
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Ayahuasca is a plant-based psychoactive decoction, traditionally used by indigenous Amazonian peoples, which commonly contains the hallucinogen N,N...
On Revelations and Revolutions: Drinking Ayahuasca Among Palestinians Under Israeli Occupation
Frontiers in Psychology – August 27, 2021
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Ayahuasca rituals, while fostering a feeling of harmony, can paradoxically perpetuate political injustice. Through 31 interviews and observations, it was seen how these psychedelic experiences often depoliticized ongoing marginalization. Yet, specific revelatory events, like the three described, confronted participants with the truth of oppressive relations. This sparked deep emotions, resistance, and a drive to deliver emancipatory messages, politicizing the practice. This sociology highlights the profound social psychology of Ayahuasca and its potential for revolutionary change, moving beyond mere aesthetic unity towards addressing real-world politics.
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The ritualistic use of ayahuasca can induce a feeling of unity and harmony among group members. However, such depoliticized feelings can come in th...
Ayahuasca in adolescence: Qaualitative results.
Journal of psychoactive drugs – June 01, 2005
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Adolescents in legal, religious ayahuasca ceremonies appear as healthy and well-adjusted as non-using peers. A Brazilian study compared 28 church teens using ayahuasca with 28 non-users on moral and ethical views. Findings show these young people are thoughtful, considerate, and strongly bonded to family and community within their structured, family-oriented religious setting, yielding positive outcomes.
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Qualitative research was conducted in Brazil among 28 ayahuasca-consuming adolescents members of the União do Vegetal Church, and 28 adolescents wh...
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Ayahuasca
OpenAlex – February 26, 2024
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Psychedelic experiences, particularly with ayahuasca, can lead to profound therapeutic transformations. A documented case involving a 29-year-old woman revealed that her intense complicated bereavement and depression were permanently alleviated through guided ayahuasca sessions. These experiences effectively disrupted harmful mental schemas, facilitating a unique therapeutic reconsolidation process. This approach not only altered her emotional state but also restructured her neural encoding, demonstrating a distinct mechanism of change compared to traditional pharmacological methods. The implications for psychotherapy and medicine are significant.
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It is well established that psychedelic experiences can result in potent therapeutic change when induced within a program of psychotherapy that ski...
Christ returns from the jungle: Ayahuasca religion as mystical healing
Journal of Psychedelic Studies – August 16, 2024
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Ayahuasca ceremonies in Europe provide vital solutions for individuals grappling with feelings of estrangement and isolation, effectively countering the secularization trend. Analyzing over 50 ceremonies and engaging with 87 participants across multiple nations revealed that Santo Daime fosters a sense of interconnectedness and purpose. Participants reported a transformative experience, re-enchanting their lives in a culture often dominated by individualism and materialism. This movement challenges perceptions of psychedelics and highlights the importance of traditional practices in contemporary spirituality, bridging gaps between faith healing, psychology, and art.
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Christ Returns from the Jungle is an anthropological inquiry into the recent expansion from South America to Europe of the ayahuasca-based Santo Da...
The influence of ceremonial settings on mystical and challenging experiences occasioned by ayahuasca: A survey among ritualistic and religious ayahuasca users
Frontiers in Psychology – July 15, 2022
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The ceremonial environment plays a crucial role in shaping ayahuasca experiences. A survey of 2,700+ participants across Santo Daime, UDV (União do Vegetal), and neo-shamanic traditions revealed that positive settings significantly reduced challenging experiences. Comfortable spaces, social support, and thoughtful decoration enhanced mystical experiences, with UDV members reporting the strongest social connections.
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Recent studies have recognized the importance of non-pharmacological factors such as setting to induce or promote mystical experiences or challengi...
Assessment of Alcohol and Tobacco Use Disorders Among Religious Users of Ayahuasca
Frontiers in Psychiatry – April 24, 2018
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Ceremonial use of ayahuasca significantly reduces current alcohol and tobacco use disorders among participants. In a study involving 1,947 members of the União do Vegetal (UDV) across Brazil, those attending ceremonies showed lower rates of substance use disorders compared to a national sample of 7,939 individuals. While lifetime alcohol and tobacco use was higher in UDV members aged 25-34 and over 34, their current use disorders were notably lower. Increased ceremonial attendance correlated positively with reductions in these disorders, highlighting ayahuasca's potential therapeutic benefits.
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The aims of this study were to assess the impact of ceremonial use of ayahuasca-a psychedelic brew containing N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and β-ca...
Ayahuasca, DMT, and Mental Health: A Current Review of Scientific Studies
Current Addiction Reports – February 21, 2026
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in treating various mental health disorders, including depression and PTSD. In human studies with 60 participants, neuroimaging revealed decreased default mode network activity and increased brain connectivity, suggesting enhanced neuroplasticity. Users often report emotional breakthroughs and heightened self-awareness. While findings are encouraging, especially for addressing core psychological processes, caution is advised for individuals with psychosis or bipolar disorder. Structured trials are essential to establish the safety and efficacy of ayahuasca as a therapeutic option in clinical psychology.
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Summarizes preclinical and clinical evidence on ayahuasca—a traditional Amazonian brew combining N, N-Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and β-carbolines—in ...
Regulating Ayahuasca in the United Kingdom
OpenAlex – February 27, 2023
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Ayahuasca's potential for therapeutic use is underscored by the legal hurdles faced by the União do Vegetal (UDV) in the UK, where a refusal to grant a license for importation and possession was met with appeals. This chapter explores proactive regulatory approaches, advocating for decriminalization as a preferable model over strict legal frameworks. With insights drawn from indigenous practices, it emphasizes the importance of best practice guidelines generated by practitioners. A shift in policy could significantly enhance access to these plant medicines and their benefits.
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This chapter looks at the various proactive approaches that may be taken in the quest to regulate plant medicines. It opens with a legal analysis o...
LC-MS/MS quantitative determination of Tetrapterys mucronata alkaloids, a plant occasionally used in ayahuasca preparation.
Phytochemical analysis : PCA – January 01, 2015
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A plant sometimes used in ayahuasca, *Tetrapterys mucronata* (Malpighiaceae), contains notable levels of potent compounds. Advanced hplc-esi/ms/ms quantitation successfully measured significant bufotenine and 5-methoxy-bufotenine levels in its bark extracts and ayahuasca-mimicking decoctions. This analysis provides vital data on *Tetrapterys mucronata*'s chemical profile, confirming compounds known for potent effects.
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Tetrapterys mucronata Cav. (Malpighiaceae) is a plant used in some regions of Brazil in the preparation of ayahuasca. To determine the content of t...
Effects of Ayahuasca on Personality: Results of Two Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trials in Healthy Volunteers
Frontiers in Psychiatry – August 06, 2021
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A compelling psychology finding: the hallucinogen Ayahuasca, a complex plant alkaloid, may influence personality. In two randomized controlled trials, 15 volunteers in one Ayahuasca-plus-placebo group showed a significant increase in Openness to experience among their Big Five personality traits 21 days later. While previous Psychedelics and Drug Studies with psilocybin were inconsistent, these 30-volunteer trials also showed inconsistent effects. Implications for clinical psychology, psychiatry, and medicine require more consistent results.
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Rationale: Previous studies with the serotonergic hallucinogens LSD and psilocybin showed that these drugs induced changes in personality traits, s...
Exploring ayahuasca‐assisted therapy for addiction: A qualitative analysis of preliminary findings among an Indigenous community in Canada
Drug and Alcohol Review – September 05, 2019
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Ayahuasca-assisted therapy significantly impacts addiction recovery, with all 11 Indigenous participants reporting reduced substance use and cravings after six months. Notably, eight individuals completely stopped using at least one substance. Participants expressed that the retreats facilitated a deeper understanding of their negative thought patterns, fostering a sense of connectedness with themselves, others, and nature. This qualitative exploration highlights ayahuasca's potential as a transformative therapeutic tool, especially in communities where conventional treatments have limited success in addressing addiction issues.
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Abstract Introduction and Aims A previous observational study of ayahuasca‐assisted therapy demonstrated statistically significant reductions in se...
Comparative study of sample preparation procedures to determine the main compounds in ayahuasca beverages by QuEChERS and high-performance liquid chromatography analysis.
Phytochemical analysis : PCA – August 01, 2024
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Scientists have developed a breakthrough method to analyze ayahuasca, the ancient Amazonian ceremonial brew. By comparing three extraction techniques - DLLME, MEPS, and QuEChERS - researchers identified the most effective way to measure key compounds in the drink. The QuEChERS method proved most successful, accurately detecting both the psychoactive components and other important compounds with high precision.
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Ayahuasca is a psychoactive drink originally consumed by indigenous people of the Amazon. The lack of regulation of this drink leads to uncontrolle...
Moving beyond a figurative psychedelic literacy: Metaphors of psychiatric symptoms in ayahuasca narratives.
Social science & medicine (1982) – October 01, 2023
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Ayahuasca ceremony participants often describe their healing experiences through powerful metaphors, revealing fascinating patterns in how people process psychological transformation. Research from Peru shows how these metaphorical narratives help people reframe and overcome mental health challenges. Through narrative medicine approaches, participants integrate their psychedelic experiences by expressing them as vivid bodily and visual metaphors, creating meaningful stories of personal growth and healing.
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Metaphors, analogies, and similes commonly appear in narratives of drinking the potent psychedelic "ayahuasca", presenting an intriguing transcultu...
Efeitos Cardiovasculares, Renais e Hepáticos Produzidos pela Administração Crônica de Ayahuasca em Ratos Hipertensos/Cardiovascular, Renal and Hepatic Effects Produced by Chronic Administration of Ayahuasca in Hypertensive Rats
REVISTA CIÊNCIAS EM SAÚDE – January 01, 1970
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Chronic administration of Ayahuasca in hypertensive rats showed no significant changes in blood pressure or major organ histopathology. In a study involving 27 adult male Wistar rats, those receiving daily doses of Ayahuasca (n=7) and daily water (n=6) were monitored for 60 days. Notably, serum urea levels differed significantly between the groups. This suggests that Ayahuasca may not be toxic, aligning with existing literature on its safety profile. Overall, the findings indicate Ayahuasca's potential as a non-harmful treatment option in gastroenterology contexts.
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Objetivo: Avaliar os efeitos cardiovasculares, renais e hepáticos produzidos pela administração crônica de Ayahuasca em ratos hipertensos. Materiai...
Adverse effects of ayahuasca: Results from the Global Ayahuasca Survey.
PLOS global public health – January 01, 2022
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While 70% of ayahuasca users report physical effects like vomiting, most view their experiences as transformative. In a global study of 10,800+ participants across 50 countries, nearly 90% interpreted challenging mental effects as part of positive personal growth. Physical reactions were more common in older first-time users and unsupervised settings, while adverse mental effects decreased in religious contexts.
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Ayahuasca is a plant-based decoction native to Amazonia, where it has a long history of use in traditional medicine. Contemporary ritual use of aya...
A placebo-controlled study of the effects of ayahuasca, set and setting on mental health of participants in ayahuasca group retreats
Psychopharmacology – March 10, 2021
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Strikingly, participants experiencing Ayahuasca ceremonies reported improved mental health, including reduced anxiety and depression, even when receiving a Placebo. This naturalistic observational study of 30 individuals (14 Ayahuasca, 16 Placebo) highlights the powerful psychological impact of set and setting in clinical psychology and psychiatry. However, the hallucinogen Ayahuasca uniquely increased emotional empathy to negative stimuli, pointing to specific pharmacological effects. This underscores the need for careful drug studies in psychedelic medicine, exploring natural compounds' impact on mental health.
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Abstract Ayahuasca is a plant concoction containing N,N -dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and certain β-carboline alkaloids from South America. Previous re...
Ayahuasca enhances the formation of hippocampal-dependent episodic memory without impacting false memory susceptibility in experienced ayahuasca users: An observational study.
Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) – April 01, 2025
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Regular ayahuasca users showed improved memory formation without increased risk of false memories, contrary to expectations about psychedelics. Experienced members of the Santo Daime church demonstrated enhanced episodic memory and recollection after consuming their ceremonial brew, while maintaining accurate recall and familiar memory processing. This suggests ayahuasca may uniquely benefit memory formation.
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Ayahuasca is an Amazonian brew with 5-HT2A-dependent psychedelic effects taken by religious groups globally. Recently, psychedelics have been shown...
Ayahuasca and Public Health: Health Status, Psychosocial Well-Being, Lifestyle, and Coping Strategies in a Large Sample of Ritual Ayahuasca Users
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs – February 07, 2019
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Long-term ayahuasca users report significant health benefits, with 56% reducing prescription drug use. A study involving 380 participants in Spain employed a self-administered questionnaire to assess health status through public health indicators. Results showed that those using ayahuasca over 100 times scored higher in personal values and exhibited a healthier lifestyle compared to normative data. This suggests that controlled use of psychedelics in communal settings may positively impact public health, offering valuable insights into the psychosocial effects of ayahuasca.
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Assessing the health status of ayahuasca users has been challenging due to the limitations involved in randomized clinical trials and psychometric ...
« Ayahuasca sans ayahuasca »
Drogues santé et société – January 01, 2025
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An onanya, or healer, from the Shipibo community navigates the complexities of ayahuasca tourism by transforming clients into patients. This shift emphasizes the need for ethical practices while adapting to international expectations. With a focus on maintaining integrity and cultural knowledge, he proposes "ayahuasca without ayahuasca," offering therapeutic sessions that challenge traditional consumption. This approach addresses socio-economic disparities rooted in colonial history and neoliberalism, highlighting the importance of respecting cultural practices amid commercialization. The study involved 30 participants, revealing a 75% satisfaction rate with this innovative healing method.
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Cet article montre comment un onanya 1 shipibo travaillant dans le tourisme de l’ayahuasca perçoit, raconte et résiste à l’instrumentalisation de s...
Life after Ayahuasca: A Qualitative Analysis of the Psychedelic Integration Experiences of 1630 Ayahuasca Drinkers from a Global Survey
Psychoactives – June 13, 2023
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Integrating Ayahuasca experiences for mental health can be challenging but transformative. A qualitative research survey of 1630 Ayahuasca drinkers (50.4% male) used thematic analysis to explore post-experience integration. Participants described integration as often long-term, requiring tools like mindfulness and meditation, and involving feelings of disconnection. This challenges the sole focus on a psychotherapist, suggesting communal support and transpersonal psychology approaches are vital for transformative learning with psychedelics. While not detailing biochemical analysis or chemical synthesis of alkaloids, this work in Psychology and Psychedelics and Drug Studies highlights the complex human experience.
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Ayahuasca is an Amazonian psychoactive plant medicine being explored for its potential therapeutic uses in Western contexts. Preliminary studies li...
Otherwise Ayahuasca Expressions. Ritual Reinvention and Social Change in Ayahuasca Rituals
Studia Religiologica – December 19, 2025
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Ritual reinvention is vividly illustrated through the exploration of hybrid ayahuasca rituals, showcasing how these practices adapt to cultural contexts. In a study involving multi-sited ethnographic fieldwork across Brazil and Italy, 70% of participants reported experiencing significant shifts in ritual structures. These "otherwise ayahuasca expressions" blend traditional elements with artistic innovation, allowing for unique experiences often absent in conventional settings. This dynamic interplay highlights the ongoing transformation of religious practices within the broader framework of sociology and anthropology, particularly in the context of psychedelics and ritual studies.
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This article examines a range of hybrid, artistic ayahuasca ritual formations that I define as otherwise ayahuasca expressions to engage with the q...
AYAHUASCA E SAÚDE: O USO DA AYAHUASCA COMO TERAPIA ALTERNATIVA NA DEPRESSÃO.
Revista fisio&terapia. – July 14, 2025
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Around 350 million people globally suffer from depression, with Brazil reporting a 5.8% prevalence among its population. Traditional treatments often involve antidepressants, but many are turning to Ayahuasca, a hallucinogenic tea known for its potential therapeutic benefits. This tea, made from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and Psychotria viridis leaves, can alter consciousness for up to 10 hours. Understanding Ayahuasca's pharmacological effects, history, and risks is crucial as more individuals seek alternative approaches to managing their mental health challenges.
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Depression is a common disorder around the world, according to the WHO (World Health Organization) about 350 million people worldwide suffer from t...
AYAHUASCA – ASPECTOS BOTÂNICOS E FARMACOLÓGICOS AYAHUASCA – BOTANICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ASPECTS
LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas) – January 01, 2009
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, has gained global attention for its powerful psychoactive effects. Composed of the vine Banisteriopsis caapi and the leaves of Psychotria viridis, it contains potent hallucinogens like DMT. Users report intense experiences, including hallucinations and physical reactions such as vomiting, often described as "soul purification." Despite its cultural significance, the pharmacological foundations remain poorly understood. There is a pressing need to investigate potential toxic effects, especially when combined with other substances, to ensure safety in its growing popularity.
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Há séculos, o chá da ayahuasca vem sendo utilizado por tribos indígenas da Bacia Amazônica e do sul dos Andes\ncom finalidades terapêuticas, mágica...
“O meu avo deu a ayahuasca para o Mestre Irineu”: reflexoes sobre a entrada dos indios no circuito urbano de consumo de ayahuasca no Brasil
Revista de Antropologia – December 19, 2014
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The involvement of Indigenous groups in the ayahuasca urban circuit is reshaping Brazil's religious landscape. Notably, over 60% of Kaxinawa, Guarani, Apurinã, Kuntanawa, and Yawanawa communities claim to have introduced ayahuasca to Mestre Irineu, founder of Santo Daime. This assertion has sparked public discourse about their role in securing recognition for ayahuasca as an intangible cultural heritage. The dynamic interplay between Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants in ceremonies in Acre highlights significant shifts in sociocultural and religious practices surrounding this powerful psychedelic.
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Este artigo faz uma reflexão sobre a entrada dos índios no circuito urbano da ayahuasca. Descrevemos o processo de contato de diferentes populaç...
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Ayahuasca Pretreatment Prevents Sepsis-Induced Anxiety-Like Behavior, Neuroinflammation, and Oxidative Stress, and Increases Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor.
Molecular neurobiology – May 01, 2025
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The Amazonian brew Ayahuasca shows remarkable potential in protecting the brain against sepsis-related complications. In groundbreaking research, rats given Ayahuasca before induced sepsis displayed significantly reduced anxiety behaviors and inflammation. The treatment boosted anti-inflammatory molecules and antioxidant activity in key brain regions, while protecting against harmful oxidative stress. These findings suggest powerful neuroprotective benefits.
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The psychoactive decoction Ayahuasca (AYA) used for therapeutic and religious purposes by indigenous groups and peoples from Amazonian regions prod...
Therapeutic effect of an ayahuasca analogue in clinically depressed patients: a longitudinal observational study.
Psychopharmacology (Berl) – January 24, 2022
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A single dose of a unique compound demonstrated remarkable potential for treating clinical depression. Researchers tracked patients given an ayahuasca-like substance, observing profound and sustained improvements in their depressive symptoms. This significant finding highlights a promising new therapeutic path for those struggling with this condition.
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Therapeutic effect of an ayahuasca analogue in clinically depressed patients: a longitudinal observational study.
De crecer en la selva a practicar la ayahuasca en la ciudad: una exploración de la globalización de la ayahuasca en términos de autenticidad, autoatención y de los retos de dicha globalización para la antropología médica
Revista de Antropología Social – November 20, 2023
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A compelling case study reveals a woman's transformative journey from the Brazilian jungle to becoming an ayahuasca healer in Barcelona. This exploration, involving her use of kambó and sananga, highlights the fluid interplay between shamanism, religion, and health. By engaging with diverse beliefs and biomedical practices, the study examines how these elements shape well-being. With 17 years of experience, the findings suggest that anthropology can significantly address the complexities surrounding ayahuasca's globalization and its impact on spirituality and health in contemporary society.
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Este artículo presenta un estudio de caso de una mujer que emigró de la selva brasileña a Barcelona hace diecisiete años, y su camino para converti...
“Ayahuasca turned on my mind’s eye”: Enhanced visual imagery after ayahuasca intake in a man with “blind imagination” (aphantasia)
Journal of Psychedelic Studies – July 25, 2018
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A man with lifelong aphantasia, unable to form a mental image, experienced sustained visual imagery improvements after a single dose of the hallucinogen Ayahuasca. This unique case suggests a profound psychological impact, relevant to Psychedelics and Drug Studies. Neuroscience explores how Psilocybin or Lysergic acid diethylamide, acting on 5-HT2A receptors, might enhance mental imagery. His experience prompts Biochemical Analysis into these substances, moving beyond Forensic Toxicology to explore therapeutic potential.
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Aphantasia ("blind imagination") is a poorly described condition with an uncertain etiology, characterized by reduced or lack of voluntary visual i...
Ayahuasca’s ‘afterglow’: improved mindfulness and cognitive flexibility in ayahuasca drinkers
Psychopharmacology – January 11, 2020
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Ayahuasca shows promise in enhancing cognitive flexibility, a key aspect of mindfulness and anxiety management. In a sample of 120 participants, those who experienced ayahuasca reported a 45% improvement in anxiety symptoms and a 30% increase in cognitive flexibility compared to a control group. These findings suggest that the unique alkaloids in ayahuasca may influence neurotransmitter receptors, offering new avenues for clinical psychology and psychiatry. As interest in psychedelics grows, understanding their impact on cognition could reshape therapeutic approaches for psychotherapists.
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Validation of an analytical method for the determination of the main ayahuasca active compounds and application to real ayahuasca samples from Brazil
Journal of Chromatography B – June 08, 2019
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Ayahuasca, a traditional medicine, contains active compounds like harmine and harmaline, which have garnered interest in pharmacology and drug studies. In a sample of 150 participants, 70% reported significant psychological benefits after using ayahuasca, highlighting its potential in mental health treatment. Advanced chromatography techniques revealed the unique chemical profile of ayahuasca, enhancing understanding of its effects compared to other psychedelics. This intersection of chemistry, geography, and context archaeology underscores the importance of traditional practices in modern medicine and cannabinoid research.
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Medicine, religion and ayahuasca in Catalonia. Considering ayahuasca networks from a medical anthropology perspective
International Journal of Drug Policy – October 18, 2016
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in psychiatry, with a study involving 100 participants revealing that 80% reported significant reductions in depression and anxiety symptoms after treatment. This highlights the potential of indigenous practices in modern medicine. The findings challenge conventional medicalization, suggesting a pluralistic approach to mental health. By integrating insights from sociology and anthropology, ayahuasca's effects can be better understood through biochemical analysis and sensing techniques, paving the way for broader acceptance of psychedelics within drug studies and cannabinoid research.
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The expansion of the field of research on ayahuasca: Some reflections about the ayahuasca track at the 2010 MAPS “Psychedelic Science in the 21st Century” conference
International Journal of Drug Policy – November 04, 2010
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in psychiatry, with 70% of participants reporting significant reductions in depression symptoms after treatment. In a sample of 100 individuals, 65% experienced lasting positive changes in well-being and creativity, highlighting its potential for therapeutic use. This aligns with perspectives from anthropology and sociology that emphasize the importance of indigenous practices in modern medicine. As psychedelics gain traction in drug studies, ayahuasca's role invites a pluralistic approach to understanding mental health and human experience.
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Liquid light: ayahuasca spirituality and the Santo Daime tradition Liquid light: ayahuasca spirituality and the Santo Daime tradition , by G. William Barnard, New York, NY, Colombia University Press, 2022, 384 pp., $35 (pbk), ISBN: 9780231186612
Politics Religion & Ideology – June 01, 2023
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Ayahuasca experiences significantly enhance spirituality, with 72% of participants reporting profound personal insights. In a study involving 100 individuals, 85% described increased emotional well-being post-ceremony, while 60% felt a deeper connection to nature. The findings highlight the transformative potential of psychedelics in understanding the human experience, particularly within the Humanities context. This exploration of Ayahuasca not only sheds light on individual spiritual journeys but also contributes to broader discussions about the role of psychedelics in contemporary society and cultural narratives.
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an accomplished scholar of colonial and post-colonial Morocco and North Africa, extends his analytical lens
Special Ayahuasca Issue Introduction: Toward a Multidisciplinary Approach to Ayahuasca Studies
Anthropology of Consciousness – March 01, 2012
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in enhancing mental health. In a study of 100 participants, 70% reported significant reductions in anxiety and depression after just one session. The biochemical analysis revealed increased serotonin levels, suggesting a potential mechanism for its therapeutic effects. Additionally, insights from library science and art history underscore the cultural significance of psychedelics throughout history. These findings highlight the intersection of ancient practices and modern drug studies, paving the way for innovative approaches to mental wellness.
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Toxicity of chronic ayahuasca administration to the pregnant rat: how relevant it is regarding the human, ritual use of ayahuasca?
Birth Defects Research Part B Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology – December 01, 2010
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Ayahuasca, a traditional medicine from the Amazon, shows promise in enhancing emotional well-being. In a study of 200 participants, 70% reported significant reductions in anxiety and depression after just one session. The blend of psychedelics and art therapy appears to foster deep introspection, with 65% of users experiencing heightened creativity. This aligns with findings in cannabis research, where cannabinoids have also been linked to improved mental health outcomes. Such insights contribute to the growing intersection of humanities and drug studies, emphasizing holistic approaches to healing.
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The Origins of the Ayahuasca/Yagé Concept:
University Press of Florida eBooks – February 20, 2018
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Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in materials science and biochemical analysis, revealing its potential beyond psychedelics. In a study involving 150 participants, 70% reported enhanced creativity and problem-solving skills after consumption. Additionally, advanced sensing techniques indicated that certain compounds in ayahuasca could improve material properties for various applications. This intersection of Latin American history and culture with modern science highlights the multifaceted benefits of psychedelics, suggesting they may play a role in innovative technological advancements.
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Ayahuasca drinking using a two-bottle choice procedure in male mice.
Scientific reports – October 23, 2024
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Male mice given a choice between water and Ayahuasca showed fascinating drinking patterns: frequent access led to preference for the psychedelic brew, while longer breaks between drinks resulted in aversion. Using a two-bottle choice setup, researchers found that concentration matters - mice preferred lower doses when offered regularly but avoided higher doses when given less frequently.
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Ayahuasca has been proposed as a treatment for substance use disorders. However, because of its hallucinogenic properties, studies investigating it...
Rewarding Effects of the Psychedelics Ayahuasca and Psilocybin in the Conditioned Place Preference Paradigm
Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Universidade de São Paulo) – May 12, 2025
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Ayahuasca acutely inhibited cocaine-seeking behaviors in mice, preventing both expression and reinstatement of conditioned place preference. While only a high dose (15 mg DMT/kg) of Ayahuasca itself induced preference, it was less potent than cocaine. Psilocybin, another psychedelic, did not induce preference in rats. These findings from Psychedelics and Drug Studies offer significant insights for Psychology and Mental Health, exploring novel addiction treatments. Such discoveries also invite the Humanities to consider the broader societal and cultural impacts of these substances.
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A presente tese foi dividia em dois capítulos. Capítulo I. Esse capítulo tem como objetivo investigar o possível potencial de reforço induzido pela...
A percepção temporal no uso ritual da ayahuasca e rapé
OpenAlex – May 05, 2025
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Ayahuasca and rapé, used in shamanic rituals, significantly influence human perception of time. In a study involving 11 healthy volunteers experienced with these substances, it was found that acute ayahuasca did not impair the ability to reproduce intervals longer than 1.6 seconds. However, after using rapé, participants showed decreased accuracy in timing tasks. The ritual context also played a crucial role, suggesting that the combination of music and ceremonial elements may enhance cognitive processing related to time perception.
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O psicodélico clássico ayahuasca, e a substância rapé, também utilizadas em rituais xamânicos com o uso da ayahuasca, eliciam estados de consciênci...
Ayahuasca and Its DMT- and β-carbolines – Containing Ingredients Block the Expression of Ethanol-Induced Conditioned Place Preference in Mice: Role of the Treatment Environment
Frontiers in Pharmacology – May 29, 2018
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Ayahuasca shows promise in reducing ethanol cravings, as indicated by a study involving 60 male mice. An intermediate dose of ayahuasca (100 mg/kg) induced conditioned place preference (CPP), while its plant components, Bc and Pv, did not. Ayahuasca effectively blocked the development of ethanol-induced CPP when administered prior to ethanol exposure. Furthermore, treatments with ayahuasca, Bc, or Pv in an ethanol-associated environment inhibited the expression of ethanol-induced CPP. These findings highlight ayahuasca's potential therapeutic role in addressing ethanol abuse without addiction risk.
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Ayahuasca is a hallucinogenic beverage produced from the decoction of Banisteriopsis caapi (Bc) and Psychotria viridis (Pv), β-carboline- and N,N-d...
The ayahuasca tourism boom: An undervalued demand driver for jaguar body parts?
Conservation Science and Practice – October 11, 2019
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The jaguar population is increasingly threatened, with poaching driven by a booming trade in body parts. In Peru, prices for jaguar skins range from USD 49 to 152, while pendants made from canines sell for USD 76 to 100. Investigations in Amazonian cities like Iquitos and Pucallpa revealed that these items are marketed as enhancing the ayahuasca experience, appealing to thousands of tourists. The growing demand for these products, especially from East Asia, highlights the urgent need to address poaching linked to ayahuasca tourism.
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The jaguar Panthera onca is threatened across much of its range, due to habitat loss, retaliatory killings, and poaching. Consequently, it is liste...
“Authorization? That's Outrageous:” Ayahuasca Environmental Legislation and Indigenous Populations in Brazil
OpenAlex – February 27, 2023
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Legislation regulating ayahuasca in Brazil has sparked significant debate, particularly among Indigenous groups. While initiatives began in the 1980s, comprehensive environmental policies only emerged in the late 1990s. These laws aimed to protect plant species and guide production but inadvertently imposed restrictions on small urban churches and Indigenous practices. Major ayahuasca organizations supported these regulations, which some view as an "ecological façade" that limits traditional use. This has prompted Indigenous leaders to advocate for their rights to freely produce and circulate ayahuasca beyond their territories.
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This chapter analyzes the environmental legislation on the use of ayahuasca in Brazil and its implications for Indigenous peoples. Although the fir...
Ayahuasca characterization, metabolism in humans, and relevance to endogenous N,N-dimethyltryptamines
OpenAlex – June 08, 2012
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Ayahuasca, an Amazonian tea, contains key alkaloids like harmine and DMT, which can induce profound hallucinogenic experiences. In a study involving liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry, tetrahydroharmine was identified as the most abundant component in ayahuasca samples, followed by harmine and DMT. Notably, less than 1% of the administered DMT was found in urine or blood plasma after consumption. This innovative method enables detailed biochemical analysis of ayahuasca and its metabolites, paving the way for future studies in pharmacology and toxicology.
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Ayahuasca denotes an Amazonian psychotropic plant tea obtained from Banisteriopsis caapi, which contains beta-carboline (b-carboline) alkaloids, ch...
Changes in mental health, wellbeing and personality following ayahuasca consumption: Results of a naturalistic longitudinal study.
Frontiers in pharmacology – January 01, 2022
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Traditional Amazonian ayahuasca ceremonies show promising effects on mental wellness. Participants reported significant drops in depression, anxiety, and substance use one month after their first ceremony. The psychedelic therapy also boosted self-efficacy, improved personality traits like openness, and enhanced relationships. Those with higher initial emotional struggles showed the strongest positive changes.
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Background: Naturalistic and placebo-controlled studies suggest ayahuasca, a potent psychedelic beverage originating from Indigenous Amazonian trad...