Experiences of microdosing psychedelics in an attempt to support wellbeing and mental health.
BMC psychiatry March 14, 2023 Rebecca S Ryan, Alex Copello, Andrew P Fox 12 citations
People who microdose psychedelic drugs approach the practice methodically and with purpose, often to self-medicate for mental health and wellbeing. In anonymous text-based interviews with 13 participants recruited from websites and online forums, three main themes emerged: seeking a solution with personal agency, acting as scientists in their approach, and experiencing microdosing as a catalyst for desirable mental health, cognitive, physical, and social changes. Participants reported supporting their own mental health and wellbeing through microdosing, which they described as a catalyst to achieving their aims. The findings clarify the rationale and personal meaning behind microdosing, informing future research on psychedelic use and mental health.