Bobby Smyth Schizophrenia develops in the feotus. People with schizophrenia have a higher density of CB1 receptors in the prefrontal cortex, so they're more sensitive to THC. Around 1 in 23k. THC may 'exacerbate' their 'underlying condition', but it doesn't 'cause' it. Do your homework!!!

Have you had a #psychedelics experience with Christian themes or that reminded you of #Christianity? Be part of our research with University of Pittsburgh! You don't have to identify as Christian or give identifying information. Take the survey here: pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7a…

Tons of people who consume DMT have similar trips about meeting entities. Does this mean that DMT connects people with otherworldy beings from distant realms or galaxies? Our latest by Zeus Tipado 👇👇 doubleblindmag.com/no-dmt-entitie…

Many psychedelic enthusiasts have engaged in “flipping” of some sort—that is, taking MDMA alongside another substance. 💫The most common form of this is candy flipping, or combining MDMA with LSD. For a less well-known combination, some are mixing molly with a synthetic

The best music from a variety of genres to accompany your next psychedelic journey. doubleblindmag.com/best-songs-to-…

New article I co-wrote with @huntpriest for the Journal of Psychedelic Studies on “Psychedelic Christianity.” It’s open access so you can read it for free. Feedback welcome. :) doi.org/10.1556/2054.2… #psychedelics #Christianity #Catholicism

Today the FDA rejected MDMA for treatment of PTSD. A terrible blow to patients, researchers, drug policy reformers (yes, medicalization facilitates policy reform), and the many brilliant people that worked tirelessly for decades to prove the safety and efficacy of this treatment.

Have you ever observed or experienced Christian themes, symbols, entities, during a psychedelic experience? If so, please take a few moments to participate in this University of Pittsburgh study: pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7a… Link to interview with Dr. McCarthy in the comments ⬇️

After @huntpriest and I wrote "Psychedelic Christianity" (see two posts below for the link), the journal asked 15 scholars to respond and then let us reply to them. Both articles are open access (free). The responses and reply are now available here: akjournals.com/view/journals/…

Here is my recent conversation with Clint Kyles, host of the The Psychedelic Christian Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/2IrxA9… He is such a great soul and I appreciated the opportunity to answer the kinds of questions only he asks.

The article @huntpriest and I wrote on #PsychedelicChristianity, as well as commentaries on it and our reply, is available in the new issue of the Journal Journal of Psychedelic Studies Studies with AKJournals: akjournals.com/view/journals/… #psychedelics #Christianity #Jesus #Catholicism #hippies

We’ve just scratched the surface of how psychedelics and Christianity intersect. From the Jesus movement of the 60s to modern-day explorations, there’s a rich history and ongoing dialogue about how these experiences might facilitate healing and spiritual growth. This paper

@huntpriest and I appreciate your share and commentary, Paul Stamets. Excited that you and others value this work. For those interested, we're looking for participants for our new UPitt study on #psychedelic experiences with #Christian elements: pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7a…

MAPS Wants Voters to Legalize MDMA Therapy If the FDA Won’t doubleblindmag.com/maps-future-of…

My work got cited in a research study. That’s pretty cool. 😎

AI and psychedelics have officially converged, creating a powerful intersection in mental healthcare, changing how scientists and researchers go about creating study designs and treatments. What does this mean for the future of psychedelic medicine? doubleblindmag.com/ai-is-changing…

Does your brain make DMT? That answer is likely YES. Produced naturally in mammals, it might even rival serotonin in levels. Could DMT actually be the key to our most profound experiences? Our latest: doubleblindmag.com/our-brains-mak…

Psychedelics & Spirituality: A Gateway or an Illusion? buff.ly/CgMV5Y4 #Christianity #spirituality #psychedelics #faith #theology

A friend just sent me a snapshot of a panel I was on a month ago about psychedelics and Christianity at Harvard Law School: psychedelicsandreligion.info/schedule That's (from left to right) Noah Feldman moderating, the Rev. Hunt Priest, Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles, myself, and Ron Cole-Turner.