Behavior Quote by Timothy Leary
“LSD is a psychedelic drug which occasionally causes psychotic behavior in people who have NOT taken it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychedelic Experience, 1965
The drug can trigger psychosis in individuals predisposed to it, not in everyone who uses it.
In simple terms: LSD may cause psychotic episodes in vulnerable people.
Be cautious and screen for mental health risks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- clinical trials
- psychiatric evaluation
- harm reduction
- patient counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who might be at higher risk for adverse reactions?
- How can clinicians mitigate these risks?
Not all users experience psychosis; other factors like genetics matter.