The Psych Ward–Black Foliage: Animation Music Volume One by Olivia Tremor Control
Posted: 3/22/2024Olivia Tremor Control celebrates the release of their seminal psychedelic pop album Black Foliage: Animation Music Volume One today on its 25th birthday! The post The Psych Ward–Black Foliage: Animation Music Volume One by Olivia Tremor Control appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Indigenous Psilocybin Practices Around the World
Posted: 3/21/2024Uncover the hidden history of Indigenous psilocybin mushroom use, from ancient practices to global traditions, in this captivating exploration.
Participation in an Indigenous Amazonian-led Ayahuasca Retreat Associated with Increases in Nature Relatedness – A Pilot Study
Posted: 3/21/2024A new study suggests that participation in Indigenous-led ayahuasca retreats is associated with increased nature-relatedness. Ayahuasca has, in the past, been implicated in eliciting shifts in people’s relationships, perspectives and sensitivity towards nature, potentially catalysing pro-environmental awareness. The post Participation in an Indigenous Amazonian-led Ayahuasca Retreat Associated with Increases in Nature Relatedness – A Pilot Study appeared first on Chacruna.
Beatitude, Dread, and Mother-Blaming: LSD and the Origins of Clinical Theology, from India to England and Canada
Posted: 3/20/2024Andrew Jones explores the connection between LSD and the origins of clinical theology illuminating the striking gendered connection to mother-blaming. Jones shows how psychedelic experiences were navigated in a Christian theological context through the examination of a particular international collaboration that took place in the mid-1900s between a Canadian and a Brit. The post Beatitude, Dread, and Mother-Blaming: LSD and the Origins of Clinical Theology, from India to England and Canada appeared first on Chacruna.
Meet Muscimol, the Compound Behind the Unique Amanita Mushroom Trip
Posted: 3/20/2024An exploration of the world’s most misunderstood mushroom. Read More... The post Meet Muscimol, the Compound Behind the Unique Amanita Mushroom Trip appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
How Long Does LSD Stay In Your System?
Posted: 3/19/2024Do you know how long LSD stays in your system and what its effects are? Read to find out!
Psilocybin, Neuroplasticity, and the Path to Healing
Posted: 3/19/2024Neuroplasticity underlies various cognitive processes, including learning and memory, and plays a crucial role in recovery from brain injury, as well as in the formation of habits and behaviors. The post Psilocybin, Neuroplasticity, and the Path to Healing appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
The Most Potent Shrooms We've Tried So Far
Posted: 3/19/2024We're always on the hunt for the most potent shrooms available. Here is our list of the strongest shrooms we know and have tried and what you can expect.
Promising results found as scientists probe a major hurdle in psychedelic therapy research
Posted: 3/18/2024A pivotal study explored how patient expectations affect psilocybin therapy outcomes, discovering no significant impact. Interestingly, suggestible individuals showed enhanced benefits, suggesting a unique interplay between mindset and psychedelic therapy effectiveness.
How Lucid Gates Shrooms Gave Me An LSD-Like Trip
Posted: 3/17/2024When you think your doing shrooms but the high hits like LSD. This is my journey on how Lucid Gates mushrooms made me feel like I was on Acid (LSD).
Psychedelic mushroom extract may offer enhanced brain benefits over synthetic psilocybin
Posted: 3/17/2024A new study provides evidence that mushroom extract containing psilocybin may offer superior therapeutic effects for psychiatric disorders compared to synthetic psilocybin, suggesting an "entourage effect" of additional compounds enhancing treatment outcomes.
Rockmaker by the Dandy Warhols–Album Review
Posted: 3/16/2024The Dandy Warhols are back with Rockmaker, a new album that moves away from synth elements and into a more rock-inspired sound. The post Rockmaker by the Dandy Warhols–Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Psilocybin therapy alters prefrontal and limbic brain circuitry in alcohol use disorder
Posted: 3/16/2024Psilocybin therapy alters brain activity in patients with alcohol use disorder, according to new research, increasing activity in areas associated with emotional regulation and reducing activity in regions linked to craving.
The Tremella Mushroom’s Timeless Allure
Posted: 3/15/2024Tremella mushrooms have been revered for centuries for their incredible medicinal properties. Perhaps one of its best is its anti-aging support.
The Psych Ward: Journey to the Center of the Mind
Posted: 3/15/2024The Amboy Dukes, led by anti-drug guitarist Ted Nugent, made an album whose one hit was an apparent ode to psychedelics. The post The Psych Ward: Journey to the Center of the Mind appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Psychological experiences underlie psilocybin therapy’s success: Mystical experiences and ego dissolution identified as key mediators
Posted: 3/14/2024A groundbreaking study sheds light on psilocybin therapy's success in treating depression, highlighting the crucial roles of mystical experiences and ego dissolution, enhanced by music, in surpassing traditional treatments. The findings were published in the International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction.
The Agarikon Mushroom: An Ancient Remedy Rediscovered
Posted: 3/14/2024Discover the remarkable Agarikon mushroom, a medicinal treasure revered for centuries.
Queer Identity, African Diasporic, Spirituality, and Intersectional Healing through Psychedelic Medicine
Posted: 3/14/2024Kaston Anderson argues that intersectional healing for Black queer individuals requires a multifaceted approach. The use of psychedelic medicine in this healing is understudies and more needs to be learned about its relevance for healing through the lens of African Diasporic spirituality. The post Queer Identity, African Diasporic, Spirituality, and Intersectional Healing through Psychedelic Medicine appeared first on Chacruna.
Understanding The Ego-Death & Psychedelics
Posted: 3/13/2024Many people who take psychedelic substances seek ego death. It’s considered the “holy grail” of the psychedelic experience.
Kava: An Ancient Treasure for Modern Wellness
Posted: 3/13/2024Dive into the world of Kava with our detailed guide. Learn about its history, benefits, safe usage, and how it's becoming a key part of modern wellness culture.
Spice Melange: Navigating Space and Mind in the Dune Universe
Posted: 3/13/2024Explore the psychedelic nature and significance of Spice Melange in the Dune universe, its effects on the mind and body, and its impact on the Fremen people.
An Enthusiast’s Guide to Acadian Coast Mushrooms
Posted: 3/13/2024We talked to the mycologists leading the way in mushroom genetics research. [...] Read More... The post An Enthusiast’s Guide to Acadian Coast Mushrooms appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
The First Applications of LSD-25 in South America (1954-1959)
Posted: 3/13/2024The first LSD experiments in South America in the 1950s were carried out similarly to those in the United States, assimilating into the European psychiatric tradition. Looking at the first publications in Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Perú, Venezuela, and Uruguay, that appeared between 1954 and 1959, Hernán Scholten and Gonzalo Salas argue that it is possible to detect some general features of LSD research at the time. The post The First Applications of LSD-25 in South America (1954-1959) appeared first on Chacruna.
Interview: Zia McCabe of The Dandy Warhols
Posted: 3/13/2024Zia McCabe, who has been playing with the Dandy Warhols since she was a teenager, reveals what it’s like being the only woman in the band, why she became a realtor, her thoughts on the revised version of the independent film Dig!, and so much more. The post Interview: Zia McCabe of The Dandy Warhols appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
New Brew Review: A Reality Sandwich Taste Test
Posted: 3/12/2024Explore our review of New Brew, a kratom and kava-infused seltzer, for insights on taste, effects, and optimal consumption times.
Understanding Penis Envy Mushrooms: A Comprehensive Overview
Posted: 3/12/2024Unlock the mysteries of Penis Envy mushrooms! Discover their origins, potency, and cultivation. Dive into the world of psychedelics today.
The Sillyy Guide To Penis Envy
Posted: 3/12/2024Magic Mushroom strains are never short of creative names. Penis Envy is one of the first named strains to reach notoriety. Get ready for a Sillyy story.