The potent cognitive and perceptual effects of psychedelics have raised concerns that repeated use of these drugs might put young people at risk of developing psychotic disorders. Previous studies have yielded contradictory results, but findings from a team led by researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm reveal minimal evidence for such a connection.
The study began with a survey of 323 users of psychedelics and 709 non-users, who were recruited through various social-media platforms. As well as gathering demographic and drug-use data, the survey was designed to evaluate various indicators of schizotypy — cognitive traits associated with heightened risk of psychosis. The analysis revealed no significant relationship between schizotypy and the extent or frequency of using psychedelic drugs.
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