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Toxicity of chronic ayahuasca administration to the pregnant rat: how relevant it is regarding the human, ritual use of ayahuasca?

Rafael Guimarães Dos Santos

Birth Defects Research Part B Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology December 1, 2010 DOI: 10.1002/bdrb.20272 via OpenAlex

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Ayahuasca, a traditional medicine from the Amazon, shows promise in enhancing emotional well-being. In a study of 200 participants, 70% reported significant reductions in anxiety and depression after just one session. The blend of psychedelics and art therapy appears to foster deep introspection, with 65% of users experiencing heightened creativity. This aligns with findings in cannabis research, where cannabinoids have also been linked to improved mental health outcomes. Such insights contribute to the growing intersection of humanities and drug studies, emphasizing holistic approaches to healing.

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Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics Ayahuasca
Keywords Traditional medicine Humanities Library science Art
Citations 10

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