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First evidence found that LSD produces 'higher' level of consciousness, scientists claim

– 'Dr Robin Carhart-Harris, of Imperial College London, said: “Rigorous research into psychedelics is gaining increasing attention, not least because of the therapeutic potential that these drugs may have when used sensibly and under medical supervision.

“The present study's findings help us understand what happens in people’s brains when they experience an expansion of their consciousness under psychedelics.

“People often say they experience insight under these drugs – and when this occurs in a therapeutic context, it can predict positive outcomes.

“The present findings may help us understand how this can happen.”...'

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/lsd-first-evidence-higher-level-consciousness-hallucinogenic-drug-scientists-a7690366.html