Psychedelics and mindfulness: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal of Psychedelic Studies September 16, 2022 Chelsea Radakovic, Ratko Radaković, Guy Peryer et al. 23 citations
A systematic review of 13 studies found that classic serotonergic psychedelics (psilocybin, LSD, DMT, ayahuasca) are associated with increases in mindfulness, particularly in acceptance-related domains such as non-judgement of inner experience and non-reactivity. A meta-analysis of 6 studies showed small overall effects from ayahuasca ingestion on mindfulness facets including non-judgement, non-reactivity, and acting with awareness. The authors note substantial variability across studies in participants, psychedelic administration, and mindfulness measurement, and call for more methodologically robust research to clarify the relationship.