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Effects of ayahuasca on neuropsychological performance and social cognition: A systematic review

de Paula CC, Vicentini AB, Guerra LTL, Bouso JC, Hallak JEC, Dos Santos RG

Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) (2026)

Systematic review
Abstract

BACKGROUND: Ayahuasca has aroused increasing interest due to its therapeutic effects. However, its effects on cognition are poorly understood. Hence, a systematic review evaluating the cognitive effects of ayahuasca was conducted. METHOD: This systematic review was conducted in accordance to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and M...

Study TypeSystematic review
neuropsychologyayahuascacognitionsocial cognition
DOI: 10.1177/02698811261424212View on PubMed

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