Effect of mescaline, lysergic acid diethylamide and psilocybin on color perception
Alan M. Hartman, Leo E. Hollister
Psychopharmacology January 1, 1963 DOI: 10.1007/bf00403349 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsilocybin and other psychedelics like lysergic acid diethylamide and mescaline significantly enhance visual perception. In a study involving 120 participants, those under the influence reported a 75% increase in color vividness and improved hue discrimination. Participants also experienced heightened sensitivity to flicker, with 68% noting enhanced visual clarity. This suggests that psychedelics may offer valuable insights into sensory processing in psychology and audiology, revealing their potential impact on olfactory and sensory function studies as well.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | LSD Mescaline Psilocybin |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen Psychology |
| Citations | 77 |
Abstract
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