Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England)
May 1, 2026
Guy Simon, Maya Gal-Birman, Nir Tadmor et al.
The October 7th, 2023, attack at the Nova rave represents an unprecedented scenario in trauma research: A mass casualty event in which most participants were under the influence of psychedelics. Using a mixed-methods phenomenological design, 45 survivors were interviewed. Participants were categorized by substance use: classic psychedelics (n = 24), empathogens (n = 19), and ketamine (n = 2)....
The International journal on drug policy
2026
Guy Simon, Nir Tadmor, Demian Halperin
2 citations
Psychedelics induce transformative experiences leading to lasting changes in attitudes and behaviour, with outcomes depending on both pharmacological factors and the context of the experience ('set and setting'), marking a paradigm shift in mental health treatment. As psychedelics transition from traditional contexts to clinical settings, tension emerges between authenticity and...
Scientific Reports
November 27, 2025
Guy Simon, Nir Tadmor, Michael Skragge et al.
6 citations
This mixed-methods study examines how participant-identified childhood or youth trauma resurfaces during psychedelic states and how such episodes relate to post-experience trajectories. Including events participants identified as traumatic during psychedelic experiences, and subsequent psychological outcomes, both positive and negative. While psychedelics can facilitate emotional processing of...
Eur J Psychotraumatol
November 12, 2025
Guy Simon, Maya Gal-Birman, Nir Tadmor et al.
5 citations
Psychedelics and collective trauma: multisystemic resilience and recovery pathways among Nova festival survivors - a qualitative study.
Research Square
August 21, 2025
Guy Simon, Nir Tadmor, Michael Skragge et al.
2 citations
Abstract This mixed-methods study investigated the relationship between recalled childhood trauma during psychedelic experiences and subsequent extended psychological difficulties. While psychedelics can facilitate emotional processing of autobiographical material, a minority experience adverse effects or re-traumatization when trauma resurfaces. Phase 1 surveyed 608 individuals who experienced...
Future Humanities
February 25, 2025
Demian Halperin, Tal Bar On, Nir Tadmor et al.
This fiction article is about trauma and grief, resilience and the celebration of life. It also addresses the role psychedelics can play in bringing about change in our traumatized society by inspiring us and showing us how to use the present as a possibility for fundamental transformation. It is written in the form of a short story to exemplify how these substances work and underline the...
Journal of Psychedelic Studies
January 15, 2025
Nir Tadmor, Demian Halperin, Guy Simon
6 citations
While psychedelic substances are extensively studied through the lens of various academic disciplines, their impact on the therapeutic practice of mental health professionals is yet to be explored. This firsthand experience is deemed crucial for effectively assisting patients in the process of integrating a psychedelic experience.The aim of this study was to explore the psychological and...
Frontiers in Psychiatry
2025
Jonathan David, José Carlos Bouso, Maja Kohek et al.
correction
1. In the published article, there was an error. The error was regarding the average number of ayahuasca uses in the ayahuasca group in Study 1. A correction has been made to the Results section in lines 387-390. This sentence previously stated:Briefly, on average, our study participants have used ayahuasca (mean = 69.4 ± 98.7), 6.4 times more than psilocybin (mean = 10.7 ± 15.4, U = 1378, p <...
Frontiers in Psychiatry
December 19, 2023
Jonathan David, José Carlos Bouso, Maja Kohek et al.
14 citations
Introduction Despite an emerging understanding regarding the pivotal mechanistic role of subjective experiences that unfold during acute psychedelic states, very little has been done in the direction of better characterizing such experiences and determining their long-term impact. The present paper utilizes two cross-sectional studies for spotlighting – for the first time in the literature –...
Harm Reduction Journal
August 9, 2023
Hagit Bonny-Noach, Barak Shapira, Pinchas Baumol et al.
9 citations
Few studies have analyzed harm reduction behaviors and attitudes among rave party attendees. Since the late 1980s, there has been a large Israeli rave scene, also known as 'Nature Parties'. However, only a few studies have been conducted among nature party attendees and almost all of them are from a qualitative perspective. This study's aim was to fill the gap and conduct quantitative research...
Guy Simon, Nir Tadmor, Jules Evans et al.
preprint
Abstract Background Psychedelic substances are increasingly used outside clinical trials, yet individuals seeking support after challenging experiences often report that available services are inadequate or misaligned with their needs. While prior research documents both beneficial and adverse outcomes of naturalistic use, less is known about how such experiences are received and interpreted...