Davis AK

Center for Psychedelic Drug Research and Education, College of Social Work, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA. davis.5996@osu.edu.

51 papers · 4 preprints · ORCID

ArticlePsilocybin

Safety, feasibility, and preliminary clinical outcomes of psilocybin-assisted therapy for veterans with severe, treatment-resistant PTSD: an open-label pilot clinical trial.

Armstrong SB, Levin AW, Sepeda ND +5

Europe PMC2026
ArticleDMT

Correction to: Prospective examination of synthetic 5-methoxy-N, N-dimethyltryptamine inhalation: effects on salivary IL-6, cortisol levels, affect, and non-judgment.

Uthaug MV, Lancelotta R, Szabo A +3

Europe PMC2026
PreprintDMT

5-MeO-DMT Use in Humans: A Scoping Review of Peer-Reviewed Research

Esposito M, Bernal AMO, Davis AK +1

Europe PMC2026
ArticleDMT

Reactivations Associated with the Use of 5-MeO-DMT Among Spanish-Speaking Individuals: Prevalence, Predictors, and Emotional Valence.

Ortiz Bernal AM, Raison CL, Lancelotta RL +3

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsilocybin

Effect of psilocybin therapy on suicidal ideation, attempts, and deaths in people with psychiatric diagnoses: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Wong S, Meckling G, Fabiano N +11

Europe PMC2025
ArticleMDMA

Exploring Self-Reported Effects of Naturalistic Psychedelic Use Among Gender and Sexual Minorities: A Quantitative Survey Study.

Lancelotta R, DellaCrosse M, Quinn D +7

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsilocybin

From molecules to meaning: unpacking the antidepressant mechanisms of psychedelic drugs.

Acero VP, Flatt TA, Gooch PM +3

Europe PMC2025
ArticleMDMA

Social Workers' Attitudes and Beliefs about MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Adolescents with PTSD.

Mian MN, Horan J, Hunter T +2

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsychedelics

Naturalistic psychedelic experiences and gender-based self-acceptance in transgender and gender-expansive people.

Gaughan SJ, Wootton AR, Krantz D +5

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsilocybin

Preliminary safety and effectiveness of psilocybin-assisted therapy in adults with fibromyalgia: an open-label pilot clinical trial.

Aday JS, McAfee J, Conroy DA +16

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsilocybin

A Field-Wide Review and Analysis of Study Materials Used in Psilocybin Trials: Assessment of Two Decades of Research.

Yaden DB, Graziosi M, Owen AM +39

Europe PMC2025
ArticleAyahuasca

Sex Differences in Religious Beliefs Before and After an Entity Encounter During an Ayahuasca Experience.

Xin Y, Griffiths RR, Davis AK

Europe PMC2026
ArticlePsilocybin

Psychedelic research at a crossroads.

Armstrong SB, Davis AK

Europe PMC2024
ArticlePsilocybin

The Epidemiology of Psychedelic Use Among United States Military Veterans.

Davis AK, Bates M, Lund EM +6

Europe PMC2025
ArticlePsilocybin

The therapeutic alliance between study participants and intervention facilitators is associated with acute effects and clinical outcomes in a psilocybin-assisted therapy trial for major depressive disorder.

Levin AW, Lancelotta R, Sepeda ND +6

Europe PMC2024
ArticleAyahuasca

Effects of Ayahuasca on Gratitude and Relationships with Nature: A Prospective, Naturalistic Study.

Aday JS, Bloesch EK, Davis AK +4

Europe PMC2025
ArticleIbogaine

Open-label study of consecutive ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT assisted-therapy for trauma-exposed male Special Operations Forces Veterans: prospective data from a clinical program in Mexico.

Davis AK, Xin Y, Sepeda N +1

Europe PMC2023
ArticlePsilocybin

Assessing the risk of symptom worsening in psilocybin-assisted therapy for depression: A systematic review and individual participant data meta-analysis.

Simonsson O, Carlbring P, Carhart-Harris R +5

Europe PMC2023
ArticlePsilocybin

Translation and Initial Psychometric Evaluation of Spanish Versions of Three Psychedelic Acute Effects Measures: Mystical, Challenging, and Insight Experiences.

Davis AK, Timmermann C, Ortiz Bernal AM +5

Europe PMC2024
PreprintAyahuasca

Effects of ayahuasca on gratitude and relationships with nature: An open-label, naturalistic study

Aday J, Bloesch E, Davis AK +4

Europe PMC2023
PreprintAyahuasca

Increases in aesthetic experience following ayahuasca use: An open-label, naturalistic study

Aday J, Bloesch E, Davis AK +4

Europe PMC2023
ArticlePsilocybin

Study protocol of an open-label proof-of-concept trial examining the safety and clinical efficacy of psilocybin-assisted therapy for veterans with PTSD.

Davis AK, Levin AW, Nagib PB +2

Europe PMC2023
ArticlePsychedelics

Investigating the associations of acute psychedelic experiences and changes in racial trauma symptoms, psychological flexibility, and substance use among People with Racial and Ethnic Minoritized Identities in the United States and Canada.

Haeny AM, Lopez JA, Colón Grigas PA +3

Europe PMC2023
ArticleIbogaine

Prospective associations of psychedelic treatment for co-occurring alcohol misuse and posttraumatic stress symptoms among United States Special Operations Forces Veterans.

Armstrong SB, Xin Y, Sepeda ND +3

Europe PMC2024
ArticlePsychedelics

Subtypes of the psychedelic experience have reproducible and predictable effects on depression and anxiety symptoms.

Nikolaidis A, Lancelotta R, Gukasyan N +3

Europe PMC2023
ArticleDMT

Reactivations after 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine use in naturalistic settings: An initial exploratory analysis of the phenomenon's predictors and its emotional valence.

Ortiz Bernal AM, Raison CL, Lancelotta RL +1

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Inconsistencies between national drug policy and professional beliefs about psychoactive drugs among psychiatrists in the United States.

Levin A, Nagib PB, Deiparine S +3

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Psilocybin use patterns and perception of risk among a cohort of Black individuals with Opioid Use Disorder.

Clifton JM, Belcher AM, Greenblatt AD +3

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsychedelics

Applying Lessons From Cannabis to the Psychedelic Highway: Buckle Up and Build Infrastructure.

Boehnke KF, Davis AK, McAfee J

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Race, Ethnic, and Sex Differences in Prevalence of and Trends in Hallucinogen Consumption Among Lifetime Users in the United States Between 2015 and 2019.

Davis AK, Arterberry BJ, Xin Y +3

Europe PMC2022
ArticleDMT

The clinical pharmacology and potential therapeutic applications of 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT).

Reckweg JT, Uthaug MV, Szabo A +4

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Efficacy and safety of psilocybin-assisted treatment for major depressive disorder: Prospective 12-month follow-up.

Gukasyan N, Davis AK, Barrett FS +4

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Knowledge, Perceptions, and Use of Psychedelics among Individuals with Fibromyalgia.

Glynos NG, Pierce J, Davis AK +2

Europe PMC2023
ArticlePsilocybin

Psilocybin for the Treatment of Depression: A Promising New Pharmacotherapy Approach.

Agin-Liebes G, Davis AK

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Psilocybin therapy increases cognitive and neural flexibility in patients with major depressive disorder.

Doss MK, Považan M, Rosenberg MD +8

Europe PMC2021
ArticleMescaline

The epidemiology of mescaline use: Pattern of use, motivations for consumption, and perceived consequences, benefits, and acute and enduring subjective effects.

Uthaug MV, Davis AK, Haas TF +5

Europe PMC2022
ArticlePsilocybin

Effects of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy on Major Depressive Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Davis AK, Barrett FS, May DG +5

Europe PMC2021
ArticleMescaline

Naturalistic Use of Mescaline Is Associated with Self-Reported Psychiatric Improvements and Enduring Positive Life Changes.

Agin-Liebes G, Haas TF, Lancelotta R +3

Europe PMC2021
ArticlePsychedelics

Predicting Reactions to Psychedelic Drugs: A Systematic Review of States and Traits Related to Acute Drug Effects.

Aday JS, Davis AK, Mitzkovitz CM +2

Europe PMC2021
ArticlePsilocybin

Development of the Psychological Insight Questionnaire among a sample of people who have consumed psilocybin or LSD.

Davis AK, Barrett FS, So S +3

Europe PMC2021
ArticlePsychedelics

Increases in Psychological Flexibility Mediate Relationship Between Acute Psychedelic Effects and Decreases in Racial Trauma Symptoms Among People of Color.

Davis AK, Xin Y, Sepeda ND +2

Europe PMC2021
ArticlePsilocybin

People of color in North America report improvements in racial trauma and mental health symptoms following psychedelic experiences.

Williams MT, Davis AK, Xin Y +4

Europe PMC2021
PreprintPsilocybin

A Meta-Analysis of Placebo-Controlled Trials of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Luoma JB, Chwyl C, Bathje G +2

Europe PMC2020
ArticlePsilocybin

A Meta-Analysis of Placebo-Controlled Trials of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy.

Luoma JB, Chwyl C, Bathje GJ +2

Europe PMC2020
ArticleDMT

Use of Benefit Enhancement Strategies among 5-Methoxy-N,N-Dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) Users: Associations with Mystical, Challenging, and Enduring Effects.

Lancelotta RL, Davis AK

Europe PMC2020
ArticlePsilocybin

Persisting Reductions in Cannabis, Opioid, and Stimulant Misuse After Naturalistic Psychedelic Use: An Online Survey.

Garcia-Romeu A, Davis AK, Erowid E +3

Europe PMC2019
ArticleIbogaine

Psychedelic Treatment for Trauma-Related Psychological and Cognitive Impairment Among US Special Operations Forces Veterans.

Davis AK, Averill LA, Sepeda ND +2

Europe PMC2020
ArticleDMT

Prospective examination of synthetic 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine inhalation: effects on salivary IL-6, cortisol levels, affect, and non-judgment.

Uthaug MV, Lancelotta R, Szabo A +3

Europe PMC2020
ArticlePsychedelics

Psychological flexibility mediates the relations between acute psychedelic effects and subjective decreases in depression and anxiety.

Davis AK, Barrett FS, Griffiths RR

Europe PMC2020
ArticlePsilocybin

Cessation and reduction in alcohol consumption and misuse after psychedelic use.

Garcia-Romeu A, Davis AK, Erowid F +3

Europe PMC2019
ArticlePsilocybin

Survey of subjective "God encounter experiences": Comparisons among naturally occurring experiences and those occasioned by the classic psychedelics psilocybin, LSD, ayahuasca, or DMT.

Griffiths RR, Hurwitz ES, Davis AK +2

Europe PMC2019
ArticleDMT

5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) used in a naturalistic group setting is associated with unintended improvements in depression and anxiety.

Davis AK, So S, Lancelotta R +2

Europe PMC2019
ArticlePsilocybin

Intensity of Mystical Experiences Occasioned by 5-MeO-DMT and Comparison With a Prior Psilocybin Study.

Barsuglia J, Davis AK, Palmer R +6

Europe PMC2018
ArticleDMT

The epidemiology of 5-methoxy- N, N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) use: Benefits, consequences, patterns of use, subjective effects, and reasons for consumption.

Davis AK, Barsuglia JP, Lancelotta R +2

Europe PMC2018
ArticleIbogaine

Subjective effectiveness of ibogaine treatment for problematic opioid consumption: Short- and long-term outcomes and current psychological functioning.

Davis AK, Barsuglia JP, Windham-Herman AM +2

Europe PMC2017