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Re:LSD microdoses make people feel sharper, and scientists w... by empath75 on Monday April 24, 2017 @10:28AM (#14184567)
You wouldn't think there could possibly be a placebo effect for lsd, but if you've ever bought fake acid, it can take a surprisingly long amount of time to realize that nothing is going to happen, and you can trick yourself into thinking things feel a little bit trippy. If you aren't expecting much of an effect to begin with, I can totally see it.
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Re:LSD microdoses make people feel sharper, and scientists w... by kolinko on Monday April 24, 2017 @05:48PM (#14188645)
In terms of lsd microdosing, which gives increased focus and other benefits, placebo effect is totally possible.

Like someone said, "if you see rocks glow, it's no longer microdosing".

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Re:LSD microdoses make people feel sharper, and scientists w... by dpc59 on Monday April 24, 2017 @03:19PM (#14187198)
Even with real acid, I always feel like I'm coming up way before the actual effects start to hit. It doesn't help that I usually smoke pot and maybe drink during that time.
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