In this modern age of mental health awareness, various new approaches are emerging in the field of psychotherapy. Among these, the use of psychedelics as a therapeutic tool, often referred to as “psychedelic-assisted therapy,” has recently gained prominent attention within the scientific community. This article explores the promising healing potential of psychedelics in therapy, drawing…
Music and visual cultures worldwide have been categorically impacted by the influence of psychedelics. Whether it’s through an explosion of vibrant colours on concert posters or esoteric soundscapes resonating through music culture, psychedelics have shaped the style and psyche of numerous music and visual countercultures from the 1960s to the contemporary scene. Starting in the…
Many artists, writers, and musicians have intimately explored their creative process and how it is impacted by certain catalysts. One surprising influence that has been much discussed but scientifically elusive until recently is the nexus of psychedelics and creativity. Links have been made between psychedelics such as LSD, psilocybin (magic mushrooms), and mystical experiences that…
—– Psychedelic art, a vibrant fusion of vivid colors, intricate patterns, and surreal visuals, has long been associated with transformative spiritual experiences. This genre of art disrupts the traditional notions of shape and form, providing a visual representation of an unseen reality, often experienced in altered states of consciousness. Across the canvas, it paints the…
The fervor and spirit of the 1960s and 1970s counter-culture movement gave birth to new forms of expression, reflecting a profound shift in American social and political landscapes. The art world was by no means exempt, with a colorful, imaginative genre known as ‘Psychedelic Art’ rising to prominence and effectively encapsulating the ideology of the…
As the search for groundbreaking ideas and novel ways of thinking intensifies in this era of fast-paced innovation, humanity has begun to look upon, once again, a time-honored yet controversial tool – psychedelics. The interplay between psychedelics and artistic expression, once relegated to the fringes of popular discourse, is now attracting notable interest from the…
Psychedelics have a long and varied history with pop culture, finding their voice in different mediums such as film, literature, and music. As controversial as they might be, there’s no denying the pervasive influence these mind-expanding substances have had, particularly in the realm of rock and roll, and the wider art world. Perhaps the most…
The increasing mental health crisis worldwide has triggered a renewed interest in exploring innovative treatments. Among these, psychedelic therapy emerges as a glimmer of hope for numerous people suffering from various mental health disorders, including treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Psychedelic therapy, or psychedelic-assisted counseling, employs mind-altering substances such as psilocybin or MDMA in a…
The recent years witnessed a resurgence in psychedelic research, driving renewed attention to the potential therapeutic benefits of these compounds. Groundbreaking studies and clinical trials are being conducted to unearth the restorative effects of psychedelics and how they can reshape our understanding of mental health treatments. At the intersection of neuroscience, psychotherapy, and pharmacology, these…
In recent years, a resurgence in psychedelic research has swept across the scientific community, as the therapeutic potential of these substances becomes more widely recognized. From clinical trials to safety and efficacy studies, the once divisive topic is now being brought under a more analytical and empirical light. The interests in these somewhat controversial substances…