The epidemiology of 5-methoxy- N, N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) use: Benefits, consequences, patterns of use, subjective effects, and reasons for consumption.
Alan K. Davis, Joseph P Barsuglia, Rafael Lancelotta, Robert M. Grant, Elise Renn
Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) July 1, 2018 DOI: 10.1177/0269881118769063 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Cross-sectional survey Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 515 |
| Population | Adults who use 5-MeO-DMT, recruited via internet-based advertisements; predominantly male (79%), White/Caucasian (86%), and United States residents (42%) |
| Topics | 5-MeO-DMT DMT |
| Keywords | 5-Methoxy-N,N-Dimethyltryptamine 5-MEO-DMT 5-Methoxy-N Psychoactive tryptamines Compound Epidemiology surveyed Individuals Experiences Usage patterns Infrequently Perceived benefits Spiritual growth Personal growth Motivations |
| Citations | 137 |
| Key findings | 5-MeO-DMT is used infrequently and is associated with significant positive subjective effects, including spiritual and personal growth, and potential psychotherapeutic benefits. |
Abstract
5-Methoxy- N,N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) is a psychoactive compound found in several plants and in high concentrations in Bufo alvarius toad venom. Synthetic, toad, and plant-sourced 5-MeO-DMT are used for spiritual and recreational purposes and may have psychotherapeutic effects. However, the use of 5-MeO-DMT is not well understood. Therefore, we examined patterns of use, motivations for consumption, subjective effects, and potential benefits and consequences associated with 5-MeO-DMT use. Using internet-based advertisements, 515 respondents ( Mage=35.4. SD=11.7; male=79%; White/Caucasian=86%; United States resident=42%) completed a web-based survey. Most respondents consumed 5-MeO-DMT infrequently (