[Opgelost] What happens when you take LSD?

When you take LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide), you enter a deeply altered state of consciousness often referred to as a psychedelic journey. LSD is an extremely powerful hallucinogen — active in microgram doses — and profoundly affects your perception, emotions, thoughts, and sense of time.

The effects typically last between 8 to 12 hours, and can extend up to 20 hours with higher doses. LSD binds to serotonin receptors in the brain, especially the 5-HT2A receptor, which plays a key role in mood, cognition, and perception. According to research and explanations, this interaction increases the release of glutamate and BDNF — chemicals involved in learning, memory, and brain plasticity.

On this forum, people often describe LSD effects as including vivid visual hallucinations (geometric patterns, shifting colors), altered time perception, and deep emotional and spiritual insights. Many report enhanced creativity, self-reflection, and a feeling of oneness with the universe. However, it’s important to note that LSD can also intensify negative emotions if taken in an unstable mental state or stressful environment.

LSD is also being used in therapeutic settings — often in the form of a legal analogue — to treat conditions like depression, trauma, and anxiety. These sessions are guided by trained professionals and focus on using the psychedelic experience to unlock personal insights and emotional healing.

If you're curious about exploring LSD in a safe and supportive way, you can consider a guided LSD session with Triptherapie, where preparation, intention setting, and integration are central parts of the process.