Marijuana Addiction Is Real. Those Struggling Often Face Skepticism

Re:Marijuana Addiction Is Real. Those Struggling Often Face ... by paisleypepper on Monday July 31, 2023 @04:46PM (#36948538)

Aside from the over-generalizations, psilocybin is a potent psychoactive substance. While it might not be "addictive" in the classic sense, it can lead to intense, sometimes challenging, psychological experiences. These experiences can be traumatic for some individuals, especially without proper guidance or in unsupportive settings.

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Re:Marijuana Addiction Is Real. Those Struggling Often Face ... by myshpa on Monday July 31, 2023 @04:55PM (#36948674)

> it can lead to intense, sometimes challenging, psychological experiences

True.

> These experiences can be traumatic

Agree, but many people who experienced them still describe them in a positive light. Some don't.

> without proper guidance or in unsupportive settings

Agree. Set and setting are very important and can influence those experiences. A knowledgeable guide is essential too.

The best tip for handling a bad trip (without a guide) that I've heard is: "If experiencing something scary, go towards it and communicate with it. If that doesn't help, start singing."

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Re:Marijuana Addiction Is Real. Those Struggling Often Face ... by kerkeslager on Monday July 31, 2023 @06:34PM (#36949784)

I'll note that "proper guidance" and "supportive setting" are very much undefined terms here and also do not preclude a traumatic trip.

There's no situation in which using a significant dose of a psychoactive substance as powerful as psilocybin is without risks. That's not to say the risks aren't worth it for anyone, and experienced, supportive guidance can minimize some risks, but it's never without any risk at all.

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