The Abuse Liability of Classic Psychedelics: A Methodological Critique and Assessment of the Quality of Evidence of Recent Studies
Current Addiction Reports August 18, 2026 Michael J. Broman, Jhuma N. Acharya, Kaltum Ahmed et al.
Abstract Purpose of Review We highlight key findings and methodological issues from recent research on the abuse liability of classic psychedelics, utilizing a GRADE to assess the quality of the evidence. Recent Findings Studies using various designs suggest that classic psychedelics (e.g., psilocybin, LSD) have low abuse potential and less dependence liability than other drugs. However, public...