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When do we experience hallucinations?
Hallucinations are perceptual disorders in which an individual experiences things that do not actually exist. During this phenomenon, the person may perceive sights, sounds, tastes, or even smells, all without those things being present in reality. Hallucinations can often be so vivid that those affected do not doubt the reality of what they are experiencing. They may cling to their perceptions even when their surroundings deny their existence, which can lead to serious social and psychological consequences. These disorders can arise for various reasons and are often associated with mental disorders such as schizophrenia or other psychoses. Hallucinations may not only indicate a mental health condition but can also appear…
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Drugs and Their Risks: LSD
The LSD, or lysergic acid diethylamide, is one of the most well-known hallucinogenic substances in the world, which has not only attracted the attention of the scientific community in recent decades but has also become central to psychedelic culture. The discovery and use of the substance are closely related to the development of psychological research, and recently, interest in it has surged again, partly due to its therapeutic possibilities and partly due to its recreational use. The return of LSD to the public eye is no coincidence, as research has continuously uncovered new approaches to the substance’s mechanisms of action and potential applications. Interest in psychedelic substances is increasingly present…
