Personality and Value Differences Related to Use of LSD-25
International Journal of the Addictions January 1, 1973 DOI: 10.3109/10826087309062054 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPeople who used LSD more frequently were less likely to understand themselves and others, show consistency between their stated values and behavior, or feel in control of their lives. However, frequency of LSD use was not linked to differences in general academic or career competence. More frequent users were more alienated from traditional societal values and more engaged in alternative lifestyles. The authors discuss possible reasons for these patterns.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Observational study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 49 |
| Population | Subjects (likely human adults) |
| Keywords | Personality Social psychology Alienation Competence human resources Consistency knowledge bases |
| Citations | 15 |
| Key finding | Frequency of LSD use was negatively related to understanding of self and others, consistency between values and behavior, and sense of control over one's life, but unrelated to academic and career competence. |
Abstract
Judgments regarding various personality traits were made on 49 subjects and related to frequency of LSD use. Frequency of use was negatively related to understanding of self and others, to degree of consistency between professed values and behavior, and to a sense of ability to control one's life. No differences were found between various frequency of use groups in terms of general academic and career competence. On the other hand, frequency of use was related to alienation from many traditional values of society and to an involvement in alternative life styles. Reasons for such differences are discussed.