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Oliver Lawrence

2 papers in the library · 5 citations · publishing 2024-2025

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From controversy to curiosity: A qualitative exploration of societal perceptions of psychedelics

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews March 7, 2025 Kerem Kemal Soylemez, Emma Marie de Boo, Coral Yaron Shoklander et al. 2 citations

The present study explored perceptions towards the use of psychedelics. Existing literature suggests that psychedelics can be an effective alternative in the treatment of mental health conditions. However, negative perceptions are commonly expressed in online communities about the use of psychedelics in the mental health context. This controversy in perceptions and societal beliefs surrounding...

An interpretative phenomenological analysis of daily meditation and its impact on one’s sense of self

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews June 30, 2024 Oliver Lawrence, Kerem Kemal Soylemez, Joanne Lusher et al. 3 citations

The present study investigated the impact of daily meditation on sense of self. There is extensive research regarding the physical and mental health benefits that meditation can bring about, yet literature is still limited on the influence this has on an individual’s sense of self. The aims of the current study were to contribute to the existing body of research on meditation and the self and...