Posted by Elizabeth on May 3, 2002, at 1:49:25
In reply to Re: LSD and Antidepressants.. » jay, posted by IsoM on April 29, 2002, at 17:59:21
This thread has actually produced a lot fewer false claims, misconceptions, erroneous assumptions, etc. than you will see in most discussions relating to recreational drug use. I only saw a few of them here -- good job guys!
For the record:
There's little evidence to support the notion that long-term marijuana use leads to an "apathy syndrome."
LSD does not alter your DNA. It does not cause people to have children with birth defects or anything like that.
The psychedelics in question do not simply take whatever mood you're in and amplify it. If they did, they'd be predictable! :-) There is the potential for intensification of normal moods, though, so set and setting are crucial.
In a healthy person, the cardiovascular effects of Wellbutrin and LSD generally will not be an issue. Wellbutrin is a bit of a stimulant, but it doesn't affect the CV system so much -- I've heard of people taking it safely with amphetamine (Dexedrine or Adderall), even.
Also, just so you won't end up being surprised, when people are tripping they often don't feel a normal dose of benzos at all. A big dose of benzos can "bring you down" from a bad trip, but I'm not sure how big it's supposed to be! (Antipsychotics have also been used; I think this is mostly, if not entirely, unnecessary since benzos are so much safer.)
If you're experienced with these drugs already (and it sounded like you are, Jay), then you know already what kinds of effects they can have. Unless they've triggered serious reactions in you before, the risk is infinitessimal. Note: I'm assuming that you're well or mostly-well, not just partially remitted. If you're still having some serious problems, you should be extra-careful. Not saying you should forget the idea entirely -- but definitely don't take the psychedelics if you're having a bad day at the time.
Although it may be fun, I *don't* think that reading other people's trip stories (or pot smoking stories!) or hearing about their fears is going to help you come to a reasonable decision for yourself, because everyone reacts differently to this stuff (and most of the fears people have aren't rational anyway).
-elizabeth
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