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How does ayahuasca work from a psychiatric perspective? Pros and cons of the entheogenic therapy

Orsolini L, Chiappini S, Papanti D, Latini R, Volpe U, Fornaro M, Tomasetti C, Vellante F, De Berardis D

Human Psychopharmacology (2020)

Narrative review
Abstract

Reviews ayahuasca from a psychiatric perspective examining evidence for and against entheogenic therapy. Covers antidepressant, anxiolytic, and anti-addictive evidence alongside risks including serotonin syndrome, psychotic episodes, and interactions with psychiatric medications. Balanced assessment of therapeutic promise and clinical caution.

Citations65
Study TypeNarrative review
psychiatric perspectiveentheogenic therapypros and consserotonin syndromeclinical caution
DOI: 10.1002/hup.2728View on PubMed

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