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Types of psychedelics

Published on April 16, 2021 · Last updated May 9, 2024
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Many substances fall under the umbrella of “psychedelics,” including plants, fungi, and synthetic compounds. The “classic psychedelics” include LSD, psilocybin, DMT, and mescaline, and can help with anxiety, depression, and many other conditions, and there are so many other psychedelic substances that can offer benefits to people.

The language of most decriminalization measures uses the term “entheogens” or “entheogenic plants and fungi,” which include the classic psychedelics listed above, as well as ayahuasca, peyote, ibogaine, ketamine, and substances which contain indole amines, tryptamines, and phenethylamines, and many more. Each substance is unique in where it comes from and the benefits it has to offer.  

Check out more information on specific psychedelics:

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Read more of Leafly’s guide to psychedelics

  • Psychedelic medicine: How psychedelics can help
  • How do psychedelics work?
  • The history of psychedelics
  • Which psychedelic drugs are legal?
  • Types of psychedelics: MDMA, LSD, Mushrooms, and DMT
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