A recent study has found that individuals who use psychedelics tend to exhibit greater psychological strengths and improved well-being. The study, which was conducted by researchers at Stockton University, analyzed data from over 3,157 individuals who had used psychedelics at least once in their lifetime. The study found that individuals who had used psychedelics tended to exhibit greater levels of openness, creativity, and curiosity. They also tended to have a greater sense of well-being, including higher levels of life satisfaction, happiness, and overall well-being.
The study also found that individuals who had used psychedelics tended to have a greater sense of spirituality and a greater sense of connection to others. They also tended to have a greater sense of meaning and purpose in their lives. While the study did not establish a causal relationship between psychedelic use and psychological strengths and well-being, it did suggest that there may be a correlation between the two. The researchers noted that further research is needed to better understand the relationship between psychedelic use and psychological strengths and well-being.
From the study:
- The relationship between psychedelic use and psychological strengths was linked to the participants’ experience of self-transcendence.
- Participants with the “most robustly adaptive psychological profile” were psychedelic users who were motivated to learn and grow.
- Psychedelic users had more lifetime meditation experience, and among those who have taken psychedelics, the frequency of use was found to be positively correlated with the number of hours spent on seated meditation practice throughout their lifetime.
- Psychedelic users reported different strengths, showed less distress, and improved well-being, not accounting for their meditation practices.
Overall, the study suggests that individuals who use psychedelics may exhibit greater psychological strengths and improved well-being. However, it is important to approach the use of these substances with caution and to carefully consider the potential risks and benefits before making a decision. Further research is needed to better understand the relationship between psychedelic use and psychological strengths and well-being.
