Anti-Therapeutic Action: identity fragmentation

Navigating groundlessness: An interview study on dealing with ontological shock and existential distress following psychedelic experiences

People who use psychedelic substances like psilocybin or LSD sometimes experience profound changes in how they understand reality that can be distressing and last for months or years. This study interviewed 26 people who went through such difficult experiences and found that what helped them most was practicing grounding techniques (like yoga, spending time in nature, and creative activities), talking about their experiences with others, and learning to accept their new perspectives. The research shows that while these experiences can be challenging, people can recover and grow from them with the right support and practices.

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Psychedelic iatrogenic structural dissociation: an exploratory hypothesis on dissociative risks in psychedelic use

This paper explores potential risks of psychedelic use in people who have experienced trauma, proposing that psychedelics might reactivate unprocessed traumatic memories and cause psychological instability. The authors suggest that while psychedelics show promise for treating depression and PTSD, people with trauma histories need careful screening and support before, during, and after use. They recommend body-focused therapies and strong social support to help safely integrate traumatic material that might surface during psychedelic experiences.

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