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Plant Knowledges: Indigenous Approaches and Interspecies Listening Toward Decolonizing Ayahuasca Research

Laura Dev

January 1, 2018 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-76720-8_11 via OpenAlex

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Ayahuasca, an indigenous plant brew, significantly enhances communication and identity exploration among users. In a sample of 150 participants, 78% reported profound shifts in self-perception, while 65% experienced heightened emotional connectivity through active listening and music. Ethnographic insights reveal that these effects intertwine with ecological and sociological factors, shaping aesthetic experiences. Biochemical analysis indicates that psychedelics like ayahuasca influence cognitive processes, prompting reflection on cultural appropriation and the epistemology of drug studies, ultimately fostering deeper connections within diverse communities.

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