Health-related behavioral changes following the use of psychedelics in naturalistic settings.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Psychedelics have been increasingly studied for their potential to influence mental health and well-being, yet their relationship with broader health behaviors remains underexplored. This study examined associations between lifetime psychedelic use and health-related behaviors, including substance use, dietary habits, and impulsive tendencies.

Methods

Using an extensive cross-sectional online survey, we analyzed responses from 2510 US adults reporting at least one lifetime psychedelic experience. Participants retrospectively assessed changes in behaviors following psychedelic exposure.

Results

Respondents reported improvements in various health behaviors, including reduced alcohol (66 %) and tobacco (49 %) use, improved dietary habits (49 %), and decreases i

SUBMITTER: Teixeira PJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12271800 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature