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    Ayahuasca in the Compassionate Communities Movement

    09.12.2024

    Could Ayahuasca Communities Play a Role in the Compassionate Communities Movement?: A Commentary

    Authors:
    Débora González, Jordi Cantillo, and José Carlos Bouso.

    Journal:
    Archives of Pharmacology and Therapeutics

    Year:
    2024

     

    About the study

    The article examines the potential role of ayahuasca communities within the Compassionate Communities movement, which aims to support individuals and families during end-of-life care and bereavement. It highlights the limited effectiveness of current interventions for Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) and the decline in cultural practices for coping with loss, emphasizing the importance of social support networks.

    Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, has been used for spiritual purposes and communal ceremonies to strengthen social bonds. Research indicates that its components, such as harmine and dimethyltryptamine (DMT), promote neurogenesis and neuroplasticity, leading to antidepressant effects. Preliminary evidence suggests that ayahuasca may reduce grief severity and enhance well-being, quality of life, and spiritual development.

    The communal use of ayahuasca has been associated with increased empathy and improved interpersonal relationships, aligning with the goals of Compassionate Communities. Despite legal ambiguities and societal stigma surrounding ayahuasca use, the article suggests that these communities could offer valuable support for end-of-life processes and bereavement, potentially serving as intercultural bridges and fostering community cohesion.

     

    Abstract

    Ayahuasca, traditionally used for spiritual and communal purposes, has shown potential therapeutic effects, including reduced grief severity, improved well-being, and strengthened social bonds. The communal aspects of ayahuasca align with the Compassionate Communities movement’s goals, suggesting it could enhance support for end-of-life care and foster cultural bridges despite legal and societal challenges.

     

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    Categories: Studies & papers , Ayahuasca
    Tags: comp , ayahuasca , scientific research , study , grief , psychedelics , community , hallucinogens , mental health , death