I would love to see a detailed comparative study of mystical experiences through meditation vs through psychedelic drugs (and comparing each drug) for patients suffering from depression and anxiety - by age, sex, background (trauma vs non), and so on.
We could probably also further divide by combination of sound/aroma therapy - and help from a psychologist post trip to integrate the experience.
What actually helps, how much, and how does that differ person to person?
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Reply to A more mystical and insightful psychedelic drug experience may be linked to an enduring reduction in anxiety and depression symptoms, according to new research. The study is the first to characterize subtypes of the subjective psychedelic experience and link them to mental health outcomes. by memorialmonorail
I would love to see a detailed comparative study of mystical experiences through meditation vs through psychedelic drugs (and comparing each drug) for patients suffering from depression and anxiety - by age, sex, background (trauma vs non), and so on.
We could probably also further divide by combination of sound/aroma therapy - and help from a psychologist post trip to integrate the experience.
What actually helps, how much, and how does that differ person to person?