Academic Journal

Drug and Alcohol Review

4 Papers Indexed in Blossom

Published Papers

Underground ibogaine use for the treatment of substance use disorders: A qualitative analysis of subjective experiences

This interview study (n=13) explores the subjective experience of those seeking out ibogaine treatment for addictions. The themes focus on psychological effects such as transpersonal experiences, autobiographical memories, and personal insights.

Published: December 1, 2022
Journal: Drug and Alcohol Review
Authors: Alcázar-Córcoles, M. A., Bouso, J. C., Dos Santos, R. G., Hallak, J. E., Kohek, M., Ona, G., Rodríguez-Cano, B. J.

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Motives for the use of serotonergic psychedelics: A systematic review

This systematic review of 37 studies found that serotonergic psychedelics are most commonly used to expand self‑awareness or spirituality (reported in 78% of studies), with coping (67%) and enhancement (57%) also frequent, and no consistent links to drug type, study method, year or user population. The authors suggest harm‑reduction services should offer non‑pharmacological ways to fulfil expansion motives and that future research examine motives for specific SPs.

Published: June 6, 2022
Journal: Drug and Alcohol Review
Authors: Basedow, L. A., Kuitunen-Paul, S.

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Associations between ayahuasca consumption in naturalistic settings and current alcohol and drug use: Results of a large international cross-sectional survey

In a large international cross‑sectional survey of 8,629 ayahuasca consumers, greater lifetime ayahuasca use in naturalistic settings was associated with lower current alcohol and other drug consumption, with stronger effects among those with prior substance use disorders. Stronger subjective spiritual experiences, personal insights and drinking within ayahuasca churches were also linked to reduced substance use, and associations persisted after adjusting for religious or social group membership.

Published: July 25, 2021
Journal: Drug and Alcohol Review
Authors: Bouso, J. C., Galvão-Coelho, N. L., Opaleye, E. S., Perkins, D., Sarris, J., Schubert, V., Simonová, H., Tófoli, L.F.

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Exploring ayahuasca-assisted therapy for addiction: A qualitative analysis of preliminary findings among an Indigenous community in Canada

Qualitative interviews with 11 Indigenous participants of ayahuasca‑assisted ceremonial retreats indicated reductions in substance use and cravings, with eight reporting complete cessation of at least one substance at six‑month follow‑up. Participants attributed benefits to increased connectedness with self, others and nature/spirit, suggesting ayahuasca may offer therapeutic mechanisms distinct from conventional addiction treatments and merits further study.

Published: September 5, 2019
Journal: Drug and Alcohol Review
Authors: Argento, E., Capler, R., Lucas, P., Thomas, G., Tupper, K. W.

Quick Facts

Papers Indexed: 4
h-Index: 92
Open Access: No
Publisher: Wiley
Country: United States
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