How does LSD effect you long term?

Answer 1

Depending on the individual and the experience they have, taking LSD can certainly have long-term effects on one's life. Usually, truly life-changing experiences occur after consuming a high dose of this substance, though it is possible for it to have a significant impact even at lower doses. As with the short-term effects of LSD, the psychological long-term effects are somewhat unpredictable. Generally, having a positive experience (which is more likely with the right mind set and environment) leads to a better outlook on life more often, though bad trips, while unpleasant, have been known to lead to positive long-term effects, such as a greater appreciation of life.

The positive effects of LSD include more patience, open-mindedness, acceptance, and less hostility towards others. LSD has also helped individuals overcome depression, addiction and anxiety. People often report a fresh perspective on life after tripping. These benefits can last for the rest of one's life, although they may fade over days, weeks, months or years.

Nevertheless, some people have reported LSD has had negative impact on their life. Some possible negative effects include paranoia, depression, anxiety, depersonalization/derealization, apathy, despair, and other psychological issues. In susceptible people, psychotic reactions (hallucinations and delusions, which are typically much different than the perceptual 'hallucinations' most people experience while tripping) have been reported. Rarely, a condition known as hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD) has resulted from taking LSD. This condition usually causes transient changes in perception reminiscent of the effects of LSD, which may be accompanied by derealization, (sometimes known as a 'flashback'). Less commonly, continuous changes in perception (such as visual snow, warping of colors/patterns, etc.) are experienced.

Generally, the negative effects of taking LSD are more short-lived than the aforementioned positive ones. Within a few days or weeks, most people have overcome most of these issues. More long-term changes (months/years) are possible; usually the negative effects diminish over time, but in rare cases severe long-term psychological difficulties are experienced. In these cases, professional help is required.

In summary, LSD can drastically change one's life. The effects are usually beneficial, but negative reactions are possible, especially when the drug is taken often and/or in excessive doses. Negative effects typically fade, but can be long-term (though generally in a mild form). Positive benefits often last longer; users who obtain mystical experiences can have lifelong changes, such as increased satisfaction and less anxiety than before tripping. Clearly, taking LSD should not be done lightly, as there can be significant ramifications. Though it is also very possible to have no lasting changes in one's psychology, one should be aware of these possibilities before consuming the substance (when permitted by local laws).

Answer 2

Bad Trip, Flashbacks, Brain Damage , Lung Damage (Cancer), Heart failure, OD - Convulsions, Coma, Violent behavior, Delayed Sexual Development, Mental Problems (Depression), Psychological Dependence, Tolerance, Amotivational Syndrome

Answer 3

In very rare cases it causes people to go insane. It can also give you flashbacks from the trip. Other than that not at all.

Answer 4

You will learn more about yourself, and the world around you.