PSYCHEDELICS POSSIBLY EFFECTIVE FOR ADHD

Last updated on: 16 February 2025

ADHD is no fun. You are easily distracted, it is never really quiet in your head. Working, housework and studying can be real challenges. And you are always afraid of inconveniencing others with your chaos and busyness. Unfortunately, there is no real cure for ADHD. You can take medication or use therapy and life hacks to limit the damage. But those pills and tricks do not work for everyone with ADHD. Now another interesting medicine has emerged from unexpected quarters: psychedelics. Researchers from Maastricht University came up with a surprising study on the effect of microdoses on the many symptoms of ADHD. Read on quickly focused and take advantage of it!

This is how annoying ADHD is

As you probably know, ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In other words: difficult to keep your attention on one thing, with an awkward dose of hyperactivity. That hyperactivity may be in your body, making you move especially a lot. Others mainly have that busyness in their head, so their brain never 'sits still'. The consequences for individuals are often major. Keeping social contacts and jobs is more difficult. You are more likely to experience substance abuse and addiction. You feel restless. You are more impulsive.

Traditional treatments for ADHD consist of medications that fall under the stimulants. Stimulants basically. Ritalin and Dexamphetamine are the best known. While these do indeed give you more focus, they can also have side effects. Less appetite or, on the contrary, irritability and hyperfocus, for example.

Alternative to pills: psychedelics for ADHD

The Maastricht University study looked at the possibility of using psychedelics in ADHD. Not for tripping, but in microdoses. Think 5-10% of a normal serving. For LSD, this amounts to 10-20 μg. The outcome of an earlier study that looked back in time was already stunning. It concluded, "The use of classical psychedelics in low, repeated doses, called microdosing (MD), was judged to be more effective than usual treatments for ADHD".

The Maastricht researchers repeated this as an experiment. Participating in this were adults who have ADHD and who already had the intention of microdosing. However, they had not yet done so. This allowed the researchers to measure the condition of various symptoms before microdosing. This made it possible to really say something about the effects of microdosing in ADHD. This was the outcome, according to the scientists: "The results showed both a decrease and increase in ADHD symptoms and well-being". Put more simply: for some it worked positively, for others it did not.

By the way, a newer study from the same university did show positive results. Among other things, they compared what worked better for ADHD; traditional pills or microdosing. Here, microdosing came out on top. A third study showed that microdosing ADHD sufferers experience more empathy and are better able to deal with their emotions.

Do you have ADHD and want to start microdosing yourself?

Preferably consult your practitioner before microdosing yourself if you have ADHD. This is because it may interact with your existing medication. Moreover, microdosing is not recommended for everyone. And a little guidance on this really can't hurt.

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its first draft guideline for clinical trials involving psychedelic drugs in June 2023. This guideline is intended to advise researchers on study design and other considerations when developing drugs containing psychedelics. The FDA emphasises that although psychedelic drugs hold potential promise for treating conditions such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, they are still considered experimental and there are unique challenges in designing clinical trials to evaluate their safety and efficacy.

Disclaimer - Psychedelics and ADHD

1. Informational purposes
This blog is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified doctor or specialist before making any changes to your treatment plan or starting microdosing.

2. Limited scientific evidence
Although some studies suggest that psychedelics have potential in treating ADHD, the scientific evidence is limited and not definitive. Psychedelics are not recognised by the WHO or EMA as a treatment method for ADHD.

3. Possible health risks
Using psychedelics, even in micro doses, can have unpredictable effects. Known risks include:

Increased anxiety or paranoia
Interactions with ADHD medication or other psychopharmaceuticals
Worsening of underlying mental disorders (such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder)
Heart and blood pressure problems

Never use psychedelics without medical advice and be aware of the personal and health risks.

4. Legal status
Psychedelics such as LSD and psilocybin (the active substance in magic mushrooms and truffles) are illegal or strictly regulated in many countries. Always check local laws before buying, possessing or using psychedelics.

5. No liability
The author(s) and the website accept no liability for damages, direct or indirect consequences, or legal complications arising from the use of psychedelics or information in this blog. The use of psychedelics is your own responsibility.

When in doubt: consult a doctor or specialist before experimenting with psychedelics.