Photo credit: gpointstudio. More than 70 million people worldwide suffer from eating disorders, according to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). These conditions, which affect people of all backgrounds and ages, are on the rise. However, recent research shows that cannabis and psychedelics have a positive impact on eating disorders. According to the … [Read more...] about Entheogens for Eating Disorders — can Psychoactive Substances Help Treat Such Conditions?
Psychedelics
The ‘God Molecule:’ DMT’s Traditional use and Experiences
Close up of ayahuasca vine. Photo credit: Apollo/flickr. On February 2nd, there was a massive controversy in the psychedelics community over a patent for N, N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) vape pens being granted when a market for them already exists. It raises an issue since the patenter claimed to have ‘invented’ it when that is not the case. In fact, many have used the … [Read more...] about The ‘God Molecule:’ DMT’s Traditional use and Experiences
‘Magic Mint:’ Uses and Effects of Salvia, a Potent Hallucinogen
Fresh flowers of Salvia divinorum. Photo credit: F.D. Richards/flickr. Salvia was largely unknown until, in 2010, when pop star Miley Cyrus appeared on video taking a bong rip of it. Though it was controversial at the time, the video brought interest to this particular plant. The plant, which has deep purple blooms, commonly adorns gardens across America. But this … [Read more...] about ‘Magic Mint:’ Uses and Effects of Salvia, a Potent Hallucinogen
The Boost Psychedelics add to Couples Therapy
Image by twenty20photos. Couples across the U.S. are looking into psychedelics to overcome relationship blocks caused by anxiety, depression, PTSD and other conditions. The History of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Research proves that psychedelics have mental health benefits. As such, scientists are exploring their potential to help couples. For example, studies … [Read more...] about The Boost Psychedelics add to Couples Therapy
MDMA’s Effect on Arousal: Does it Really Make Users Horny?
MDMA, also referred to as molly or ecstasy, is known to enhance feelings of intimacy and connectedness. Can it also enhance arousal? Photo credit: luckakcul. MDMA, aka ecstasy or molly, is often used as a euphoric party drug. It makes users want to dance uncontrollably, feel and touch everything and anything, hug and embrace friends — and possibly strangers — and … [Read more...] about MDMA’s Effect on Arousal: Does it Really Make Users Horny?