3 Articles by Simon B Goldberg
Associations between psychedelic-related and meditation-related variables: A longitudinal study.
Journal of psychiatric research – April 01, 2025
Summary
Psychedelic experiences can enhance mindfulness and self-compassion, promoting healthier meditation practices. In a study of over 13,000 participants, those who used psychedelics reported increased compassion meditation, especially if they were new to both psychedelics and meditation. This suggests positive associations that may reduce adverse experiences and harm.
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Previous research has investigated associations between psychedelic experiences and meditation practice, but knowledge gaps remain. Using a longitu...
Longitudinal associations of naturalistic psychedelic use with psychotic and manic symptoms.
Psychological medicine – March 31, 2025
Summary
Engaging with psychedelics outside clinical settings may carry risks, especially for those with a history of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. A study found that illegal psychedelic use linked to increased psychotic and manic symptoms, depending on frequency and personal experiences. Insights gained during these experiences could mitigate some risks.
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Findings from contemporary clinical trials suggest that psychedelics are generally safe and may be effective in the treatment of various psychiatri...
Is dosage of a meditation app associated with changes in psychological distress? It depends on how you ask.
Clinical psychological science : a journal of the Association for Psychological Science – March 01, 2025
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Engaging with a meditation app can lead to significant reductions in psychological distress, but the relationship isn't straightforward. By analyzing various usage metrics, researchers found that higher dosage often correlates with improved outcomes. This highlights the need for optimization in mobile health interventions to maximize benefits.
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Despite growing popularity, associations between dosage and outcomes in meditation app interventions have not been established. We examined this re...