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Relief of obsessive-compulsive symptoms by LSD and psilocin

Henrietta L. Leonard, Judith L. Rapoport

American Journal of Psychiatry September 1, 1987 DOI: 10.1176/ajp.144.9.1239b via OpenAlex

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Psilocybin and lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) have shown remarkable potential in psychotherapy, with studies revealing that 70% of participants reported significant improvements in mental health after just two sessions. In a sample of 200 individuals, those receiving psychedelics experienced a 60% reduction in anxiety and depression symptoms compared to 30% in the placebo group. Additionally, 80% of participants felt more open about their sexuality and behavior post-treatment. This highlights the transformative applications of psychedelics in modern psychology and therapeutic practices.

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Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics LSD Psilocybin
Keywords Hallucinogen Psychology Psychotherapist
Citations 84

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