[Book Reviews] [Review of the book DMT: The spirit molecule. A doctor's revolutionary research into the biology of near-death and mystical experiences, by R. Strassman].
Journal of Near-Death Studies January 1, 2003 DOI: 10.17514/jnds-2003-21-4-p241-243 via Semantic Scholar
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA review of Rick Strassman's book 'DMT: The Spirit Molecule,' which describes his clinical research on the psychedelic compound DMT and its effects on human consciousness, particularly in relation to near-death and mystical experiences. The review notes that Strassman, a medical school professor, presents his pioneering studies administering DMT to volunteers, exploring the biology and phenomenology of profound altered states. The book argues that DMT may provide insights into the nature of consciousness and spiritual experiences, linking biochemistry to subjective phenomena.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
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| Keywords | Philosophy Biology Medicine |
| Key finding | The book presents Strassman's research on DMT's role in producing mystical and near-death-like experiences, suggesting a biological basis for such phenomena. |
Abstract
Review of the book "DMT: The Spirit Molecule. A Doctor's Revolutionary Research into the Biology of Near-Death and Mystical Experiences" written by Rick Strassman, a professor at a school of medicine.