How Psychedelic Research Became Influenced by Mystical Ideas

The term 'mysticism' in psychedelic research is argued to be outdated and misleading.

• The critique highlights potential confusion surrounding the use of 'mysticism' in scientific contexts.
• There may be a need for clearer terminology that accurately reflects the experiences reported in psychedelic studies.
• The paper suggests that the current language in psychedelic research could impede understanding and communication.

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