History of Psychedelics
This U.S. program, aimed to prevent drug use among youth and became infamous for its 'Just Say No' campaign, though its effectiveness has been widely debated.
What is the D.A.R.E program?
This class of drugs includes LSD, psilocybin, mescaline, and DMT.
What are the classical psychedelics?
This psychedelic compound, derived from certain species of mushrooms, has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety, especially in end-of-life care.
What is psilocybin?
This term refers to a profound, ineffable experience of unity and interconnectedness often reported by individuals under the influence of psychedelics.
What is a mystical experience?
This 1960s counterculture movement embraced the use of psychedelics, symbolized by events like the 'Summer of Love.
What are "hippies"?
This Swiss scientist first synthesized LSD in 1938
Who is Albert Hofmann?
This chemical compound is commonly known as "Ecstasy," "Molly," or "Adam."
MDMA (methylenedioxymethylamphetamine)
This organization, founded in 1986, is leading the effort to research MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and other mental health conditions.
What is MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies)?
This South American brew, used by indigenous tribes for spiritual and healing purposes, contains the psychoactive compound DMT.
What is ayahuasca?
This iconic rock band’s album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, is often seen as influenced by their use of LSD.
Who are The Beatles?
This former Harvard professor was among the first to study psychedelics in the USA and was ultimately dismissed from the university due to this lack of professional conduct.
Who is Timothy Leary?
A sub-perceptual dose of a psychedelic that is intended to enhance cognition and attention
What is microdosing?
This dissociative anesthetic is being studied for its rapid-acting antidepressant effects, particularly in treatment-resistant depression.
What is ketamine?
This ancient Mesoamerican civilization is known for using psilocybin mushrooms in religious ceremonies.
Who are the Aztecs?
This British author of The Doors of Perception described his experiences with mescaline and inspired the name of a famous 1960s rock band.
Who is Aldous Huxley?
Which experiment investigated whether psilocybin would act as a reliable entheogen in religiously predisposed subjects at Boston University's Marsh Chapel?
What is the Good Friday Experiment?
This psychedelic compound, synthesized by chemist Alexander 'Sasha' Shulgin in 1974, became popular for its unique effects that blend entactogenic and psychedelic experiences.
What is 2C-B?
This Swiss psychiatrist developed 'holotropic breathwork' as a therapeutic practice after the prohibition of LSD, which he had used in clinical settings.
Who is Stanislav Grof?
This ancient Greek religious rite involved consuming a psychedelic beverage called kykeon, believed to facilitate contact with the divine.
What is the Eleusinian Mysteries?
The scientist turned spiritual teacher, formerly known as Richard Alpert.
Who is Ram Dass?
This landmark U.S. law, passed in 1970, classified LSD and other psychedelics as Schedule I substances, effectively halting research.
What is the Controlled Substances Act?
This naturally occurring african psychedelic plant has been used in clinical research for addiction treatment, especially for overcoming nicotine, alcohol, and opioid dependence.
What is ibogaine?
This English psychologist is one of the leading psychedelic researchers, having established such frameworks as the 'REBUS' model.
Who is Robin Carhart-Harris?
This Brazilian religious group blending Christian, indigenous, and African traditions is legally allowed to hold religious ceremonies with Ayahuasca in the United States.
What is the Church of Santo Daime?
This visual artist is famous for his vibrant, fractal-like digital art that is often associated with the psychedelic experience.
Who is Alex Grey?