The Woodstock Generation has a Smartphone: Can Communication About Psychedelic Therapy Affect the Willingness on the Part of Older People to Attempt Treatment?
Am J Geriatr Psychiatry August 5, 2025 DOI: 10.1016/j.jagp.2025.07.016 via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractOlder people's willingness to try psychedelic therapy may be influenced by how it is communicated to them. This study examines whether communication about psychedelic therapy affects the willingness of older adults to attempt such treatment, drawing parallels to the Woodstock generation's familiarity with psychedelics. The findings suggest that tailored communication strategies could increase openness to psychedelic therapy among older populations.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Communication about psychedelic therapy may affect the willingness of older people to attempt treatment. |
Abstract
The Woodstock Generation has a Smartphone: Can Communication About Psychedelic Therapy Affect the Willingness on the Part of Older People to Attempt Treatment?