Assessment of the Psychotherapeutic Effects of Ritual Ayahuasca Use on Drug Dependency: A Pilot Study
Xavier Fernández, Rafael G. Dos Santos, Marta Cutchet, Sabela Fondevila, Débora González, Miguel Ángel Alcázar‐córcoles, Jordi Riba, José Carlos Bouso, Josep María Fábregas
November 22, 2013 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-40426-9_11 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAyahuasca shows promise in reducing anxiety and altering personality traits, with a study involving 80 participants revealing a significant decrease in anxiety levels for 70% of users. Participants reported enhanced emotional resilience and lower worry, suggesting ayahuasca's potential role in clinical psychology and psychiatry. The effects may stem from its influence on neurotransmitter receptors, paralleling findings in cannabis research. The temperament and character inventory indicated shifts towards more adaptive personality profiles, highlighting the therapeutic potential of psychedelics in addressing psychopathology.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Pilot study |
|---|---|
| Topics | Anxiety Ayahuasca |
| Keywords | Clinical psychology Psychopathology Worry Personality |
| Citations | 37 |
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