Psychedelics, Harm Reduction, and Life's Big Questions: Making Sense of Spirituality and Religion After the Journey
Anthropology of Consciousness August 27, 2025 Lisa L. Gezon, K. J. Bartlett 1 citation
Psychedelic experiences helped some members of a Southeastern U.S. integration group resolve religious conflicts, including estrangement from religion or adverse religious associations, while nearly all reported a greater sense of spiritual connection. Challenges included perceived or actual religious condemnation of psychedelics, the absence of sought-after experiences, and difficulties interpreting ineffable occurrences. The findings reinforce the need for attention to spirituality when addressing psychedelic use and mental health, arguing that doing so reduces harm and optimizes benefits.