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Working with Weirdness: A Response to "Moving Past Mysticism in Psychedelic Science".

Breeksema JJiD, van Elk M

ACS pharmacology & translational scienceJul 16, 2021License: open accessNetherlands18 citationsDOI: 10.1021/acsptsci.1c00149

Abstract

In response to a recent call to rid psychedelic science of the concept of mystical experience, we argue that acknowledging the varieties and weirdness of psychedelic experiences should be at the heart of any research program on this topic. We highlight the rich tradition and scientific tools for studying mystical-type experiences, their relevance for understanding the therapeutic effects of psychedelics, as well as the need for more diversity in the experiences and participants included in this research.

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