3 Articles by David Luke
Exploring the Role of Psychedelic Experiences on Wellbeing and Symptoms of Disordered Eating
Psychoactives – March 26, 2025
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Recent insights reveal that psychedelic experiences may significantly benefit individuals with eating disorders. Interviews with eight adults showed unanimous reports of reduced symptoms, with many experiencing lasting improvements. Participants described these experiences as transformative, highlighting emotional healing and cognitive shifts that could inform future therapeutic approaches.
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Accumulating psychedelic research has demonstrated a potential for improving mental health and wellbeing, yet studies in the context of eating diso...
On Minimizing Risk and Harm in the Use of Psychedelics.
Psychiatric research and clinical practice – January 01, 2025
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A group of 30 psychedelic researchers highlights the need for a robust safety framework in psychedelic use. They pinpoint gaps in understanding potential harms and effective treatments, advocating for enhanced support systems like peer groups and affordable therapy. By proposing that investors allocate 1% of their funds to safety initiatives, they aim to foster a safer environment for exploring these promising substances.
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This article outlines recommendations from 30 psychedelic researchers on how to create a better psychedelic safety net. A survey of 30 psychedelic ...
An encounter with death: a comparative thematic and content analysis of naturalistic DMT experiences and the near-death experience.
Frontiers in psychology – January 01, 2025
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A fascinating exploration reveals that DMT, a powerful psychedelic, shares striking similarities with near-death experiences (NDEs). An analysis of 36 DMT users showed they often encounter themes like bright lights and disembodiment, akin to NDEs. However, DMT offers a unique array of experiences, suggesting it could mimic NDEs while remaining distinct.
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Classical near-death experiences (NDEs) refer to states of disconnected consciousness characterised by a range of features occurring in the context...