The Effects of Psychedelic Microdosing on Mental Health: A Systematic Review
Research Posters May 2, 2024 David F Lo, Hasan Zia, Adarsh Thakur et al. 1 citation
A systematic review of 16 articles examined the effects of psychedelic microdosing on mental health. Microdosing with LSD and psilocybin, and less commonly mescaline, DMT, and amphetamines, is used by roughly 5.5 million individuals in the U.S. to treat mental health issues. The studies indicated lower levels of anxiety, depression, and stress among those who microdose, but drawbacks such as difficulty sleeping and headaches were reported. The review notes that studies with larger sample sizes and double-blind designs are needed for a greater understanding of this treatment modality.