Subtypes of the psychedelic experience have reproducible and predictable effects on depression and anxiety symptoms.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Subjective experiences seem to play an important role in the enduring effects of psychedelic experiences. Although the importance of the subjective experience on the impact of psychedelics is frequently discussed, a more detailed understanding of the subtypes of psychedelic experiences and their associated impacts on mental health has not been well documented.

Methods

In the current study, machine learning cluster analysis was used to derive three subtypes of psychedelic experience in a large (n = 985) cross sectional sample.

Results

These subtypes are not only associated with reductions in anxiety and depression symptoms and other markers of psychological wellbeing, but the structure of these subtypes and their subsequent impact on mental health are highly

SUBMITTER: Nikolaidis A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9887654 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature