September 2020 PMID 32803732

Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies.

Joost J Breeksema, Alistair R Niemeijer, Erwin Krediet, Eric Vermetten, Robert A Schoevers

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What people are saying

The group shows a balanced view, with some participants expressing enthusiasm about patient-reported insights, such as increased empathy and altered perspectives, while others highlight the need for cautious optimism, referencing the review's focus on subjective experiences and potential for overhype. Words like 'huge potential', 'overhype', and 'subjective effects' reflect varied levels of engagement and impact considerations.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the potential benefits and positive patient experiences highlighted in the review, though some caution about hype.

InterestModerate interest

The social discussions display a moderate interest, referencing the review’s findings and related work, but without deep technical analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants mention specific themes like increased empathy and altered perceptions, indicating some engagement with the content.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations hint at a growing recognition of psychedelic treatments as impactful, though they are still in preliminary or cautious stages of acceptance.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review analyzes 15 qualitative studies involving 178 patient accounts of psychedelic treatments for various mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD, using substances like psilocybin, LSD, and ketamine.
  • The review identifies common themes in patient experiences, such as feelings of insight, emotional release, and altered perceptions, despite differences in the specific drugs and treatment settings, highlighting elements that may influence therapeutic outcomes.
  • Methodologically, the studies varied widely in design and quality, but collectively contribute to understanding how patient perspectives shape the therapeutic process and aid in clarifying the complex mechanisms behind psychedelic-assisted treatments.

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Georgia
@GeorgiaBelam · X

@matthewrbroome I like this one for qualitative experiences but it’s not really a review of the evidence as such. I love the work that’s going on and think there’s huge potential but am very aware of the danger of overhype! https://t.co/IEewIagkp4

Dec 8, 2021 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 1,986 followers View post →
Amsterdam Psychedelic Research Association (APRA)
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Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies. https://t.co/o7652tS4Rt

Aug 18, 2020 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 4,007 followers View post →
Amsterdam Psychedelic Research Association (APRA)
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Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies https://t.co/Tu66ojvmxV

Mar 14, 2021 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 4,007 followers View post →
Chacruna Institute
@Chacruna_Inst · X

Pharmacologically distinct psychedelics exhibit overlapping therapeutic processes across mental disorders, including insights, altered self-perception, increased feelings of connectedness, transcendental experiences, and an expanded emotional spectrum. https://t.co/T1cJ8CzFmx https://t.co/PV6TcteQET

Aug 23, 2020 · 2 likes · 5 shares · 12,579 followers View post →
Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS)
@vetsforvets · X

The months, weeks, and days leading up to your psychedelic-assisted therapy experience can seem scary, but our coaches make sure that you are properly prepared prior to it, answer all of your questions, and provide follow-up support. Read more here: https://t.co/Or3X5A0BvC https://t.co/cUPp3qDsPv

Nov 4, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,172 followers View post →
Stephen Pimentel
@StephenPiment · X

Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies https://t.co/zGlg8WTzvF

Aug 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,727 followers View post →

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Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS)
@vetsforvets · X

The months, weeks, and days leading up to your psychedelic-assisted therapy experience can seem scary, but our coaches make sure that you are properly prepared prior to it, answer all of your questions, and provide follow-up support. Read more here: https://t.co/Or3X5A0BvC https://t.co/cUPp3qDsPv

Nov 4, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,172 followers View post →
Nermin she/her
@NerminMenemen · X

@psychgeist52 @crys_tom @SeanGilligan20 I read https://t.co/c6QUid6VKy and https://t.co/q4LGKwEZia and https://t.co/b8JJ92hM4E There's actually quite a bit from last couple of years. And of course Gabor Mate https://t.co/QCHNpFbxk4

Feb 27, 2022 · 716 followers View post →
Cherise Rosen
@CRosenPhD · X

RT @GeorgiaBelam: @matthewrbroome I like this one for qualitative experiences but it’s not really a review of the evidence as such. I love…

Dec 8, 2021 · 3 shares · 524 followers View post →
Rosa Ritunnano
@RRitunnano · X

RT @GeorgiaBelam: @matthewrbroome I like this one for qualitative experiences but it’s not really a review of the evidence as such. I love…

Dec 8, 2021 · 3 shares · 6,996 followers View post →
Nuwan Dissanayaka
@nuwandiss · X

RT @GeorgiaBelam: @matthewrbroome I like this one for qualitative experiences but it’s not really a review of the evidence as such. I love…

Dec 8, 2021 · 3 shares · 7,591 followers View post →
Georgia
@GeorgiaBelam · X

@matthewrbroome I like this one for qualitative experiences but it’s not really a review of the evidence as such. I love the work that’s going on and think there’s huge potential but am very aware of the danger of overhype! https://t.co/IEewIagkp4

Dec 8, 2021 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 1,986 followers View post →
Rochelle Burns
@Rochell32834185 · X

Psilocybin (in psychedelic 'magic-mushrooms') has been shown to increase empathy and decrease feelings of social exclusion https://t.co/7PUKXeej6T Subjects report changed perspectives, insights into their behavior and improved relationships https://t.co/Vlrd4OnpLB

Sep 23, 2021 · 116 followers View post →
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@xNiiRUx · X

@Zanzeh2 @MeretriciousPro @znajmaharg @hilaryagro not trying to be a dick, just hopefully providing more sources https://t.co/0P0vlAoVU0

Jun 30, 2021 · 631 followers View post →
JorgeMercedes⚙
@JorgeMariposas · X

@telemedhome @LPuaro @langehigh @AndrewYang @GerberKawasaki Your opinion does not matter. Let the data speak. https://t.co/KKarWquoAg

Jun 11, 2021 · 1 like · 75 followers View post →
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Amsterdam Psychedelic Research Association (APRA)
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Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies https://t.co/Tu66ojvmxV

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Aug 28, 2020 · 19,245 followers View post →
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Aug 24, 2020 · 9,126 followers View post →
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Dr. Rosalind G McAlpine
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Stephen Pimentel
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Aug 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,727 followers View post →
Chacruna Institute
@Chacruna_Inst · X

Pharmacologically distinct psychedelics exhibit overlapping therapeutic processes across mental disorders, including insights, altered self-perception, increased feelings of connectedness, transcendental experiences, and an expanded emotional spectrum. https://t.co/T1cJ8CzFmx https://t.co/PV6TcteQET

Aug 23, 2020 · 2 likes · 5 shares · 12,579 followers View post →
Andrew Yockey, PhD (He/Him)
@YockeyAndrew · X

New paper highlighting the effects of psychedelic drugs for psychiatric disorders. https://t.co/SI6Pri6th0

Aug 22, 2020 · 1 like · 1,213 followers View post →
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Robert Schoevers
@RSchoevers · X

Na gisteren het themanummer over psychedelica in Tijdschrift voor Psychiatrie is nu ook de systematic review van promovendus Joost Breeksema verschenen; over kwalitatieve studies die hebben gekeken naar de subjectieve effecten van…https://t.co/qfDg1EfhDR https://t.co/6bgZ7Xpdcv

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RT @APRA_bot: Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualit…

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Amsterdam Psychedelic Research Association (APRA)
@APRAresearch · X

Psychedelic Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Patient Experiences in Qualitative Studies. https://t.co/o7652tS4Rt

Aug 18, 2020 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 4,007 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
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RT @OttTorben: Systematic review&analysis of patient experiences using psychedelics to treat a mental disorder. Meta analysis by Breeksema…

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Torben Ott
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Systematic review&analysis of patient experiences using psychedelics to treat a mental disorder. Meta analysis by Breeksema et al., @RSchoevers https://t.co/9KfqHnTLUe

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