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Helena D Amaro

2 papers in the library · 1 citation · publishing 2025-2026

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Ayahuasca and Public Health III: Health Status of a Sample of Ayahuasca Ceremony Attenders in Portugal.

Journal of Psychoactive Drugs March 19, 2026 Pedro J. Teixeira, Jorge Encantado, Helena D Amaro et al.

Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian psychoactive brew, has gained increasing attention for its potential health benefits; however, no previous research has investigated its use in Portugal. This study aims to evaluate the health status, lifestyle behaviors, and psychosocial well-being of Portuguese ayahuasca users, comparing their self-reported health indicators with population norms. A...

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

Preventive Medicine Reports August 1, 2025 Pedro J. Teixeira, Rakesh Jain, Andrew Penn et al. 1 citation

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. Using an extensive cross-sectional online survey,...