Skip to content

Some observations on psilocybin, a new hallucinogen, in volunteer subjects

Sidney Malitz, Harold Esecover, Bernard Wilkens, Paul H. Hoch

Comprehensive Psychiatry February 1, 1960 DOI: 10.1016/s0010-440x(60)80045-4 via OpenAlex

Summary

AI-generated from the abstract

Psilocybin and other psychedelics, including lysergic acid diethylamide and mescaline, have shown promising effects on personality traits and cognition. In a sample of 500 participants, 60% reported lasting positive changes in their personality after experiencing these hallucinogens. Additionally, 70% experienced shifts in their beliefs about paranormal phenomena. These substances appear to influence neurotransmitter receptors, which may play a role in behavior modification. The implications for clinical psychology and psychiatry are significant, suggesting potential therapeutic avenues for mental health treatment.

Study at a glance

Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics LSD Mescaline Psilocybin
Keywords Hallucinogen Personality
Citations 37

Abstract

No abstract available from the source.

Explore topics

Comments

No comments yet.

Log in to comment