Psychedelics and the media in the Visegrad countries
Journal of Psychedelic Studies October 5, 2018 Orsolya Fehér 1 citation
Public narratives about psychedelics in the four Visegrad countries (Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) are shaped by media and cultural stigma, lagging behind the 'psychedelic renaissance' seen in wealthier Western nations. Frequent television viewers show lower informedness and more negative attitudes toward psychedelics. The paper argues that harsh stigma in the former Eastern Bloc hinders psychedelic science, posing institutional, financial, and reputational challenges. The authors aim to promote a more balanced public discourse that addresses real risks.