The promises and perils of the psychedelic turn in psychiatry
Elly Vintiadis
Philosophical Psychology July 10, 2025 DOI: 10.1080/09515089.2025.2532286 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key points | Argues that psychedelic drugs have historically been used to facilitate mystical experiences that can lead to healing and insight, and may have therapeutic potential. |
Abstract
Psychedelic drugs have been used for centuries all around the world for recreational purposes and in religious and healing practices as means to mystical experiences that lead to healing, insight a...
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