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Classic Psychedelics vs Other Drugs
14:00 - 23:03 (09:02)
Classic psychedelics like LSD and psilocybin are safer to use than other drugs like MDMA or cocaine, as they do not cause addiction and have lower risk to cause long-term damage.
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In this episode, the differences between classic psychedelics (such as LSD and psilocybin) and MDMA are discussed, including their chemical makeup, effects, and addictive potential.
14:00 - 18:39 (04:38)
Psychedelics
Summary
In this episode, the differences between classic psychedelics (such as LSD and psilocybin) and MDMA are discussed, including their chemical makeup, effects, and addictive potential.
ChapterClassic Psychedelics vs Other Drugs
Episode#145 – Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
MDMA can cause long-term damage to the serotonin system with a certain dose and frequency, while classic psychedelics have a higher level of physical safety.
18:39 - 23:03 (04:23)
MDMA, psychedelics
Summary
MDMA can cause long-term damage to the serotonin system with a certain dose and frequency, while classic psychedelics have a higher level of physical safety. Nonetheless, MDMA is within the subset of classic psychedelics in terms of its subjective effects.