LSD, or Lysergic Acid Diethylamide as it is properly known, is a type of psychedelic drug from ergoline derivatives. It is a well-known drug for its psychological effects and influences on the thinking processes. Users have often reported an altered sense of time and a number of spiritual revelations experienced whilst under the influence.
LSD originally became popular in the 1960s as opposition countercultures from around the world began to grow in popularity. It reached its height as the demonstrations over nuclear weapons and the Vietnam War sparked into life.
Unlike most drugs, LSD is not an addictive substance in itself. No person can feel as if he or she is dependent on LSD. However, this does not mean that a person can’t become addicted to using the drug. If it becomes a reflex action, it is time to seek medical help.
Side Effects
Some of the most common side effects include an elevated heart rate, increased blood pressure, higher body temperature, sweating, dry mouth, and dilated pupils. Obviously, the biggest side effect is the hallucinations and the mind-altering effects. A loss of time and the confusion over colours and hearing are the trademarks of this drug.
‘Bad trips’ happen when the person has a terrifying hallucination. These occur fairly regularly and simply involve their enthralling experiences turning violent. Most users find they remember these trips when they sober up.
LSD Addiction Treatment
An LSD addiction focuses on the reflex action to obtain and take LSD. Rehab clinics do not need to focus on using other drugs to help people overcome their cravings due to the lack of any dependencies. What counsellors focus on are the reasons for turning to LSD in the first place.
At the same time, they will attempt to learn about some of the patient’s bad trips in an attempt to understand what initially caused them. Each patient has a different reasoning for LSD abuse so the importance of a personalised care programme cannot be underestimated.
