The Potential Harm of Psychedelics

When discussing psychedelics, we must also think about the significant drawbacks, not just the purported benefits.
The Potential Harm of Psychedelics
Dried hallucinogenic magic mushrooms. Smit/Shutterstock
John Mac Ghlionn
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Psychedelics are all the rage. They could, we’re told, rewire the brains of those who find themselves chronically anxious and depressed. Those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—such as veterans, for example—could also benefit from psychedelic therapy. However, psychoactive substances that alter mood and perception also have a dark side. When discussing psychedelics, we must also think about the significant drawbacks, not just the purported benefits
John Mac Ghlionn
John Mac Ghlionn
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John Mac Ghlionn is a researcher and essayist. He covers psychology and social relations, and has a keen interest in social dysfunction and media manipulation. His work has been published by the New York Post, The Sydney Morning Herald, Newsweek, National Review, and The Spectator US, among others.
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