Psychedelics aren’t safe for everyone, and certain people should definitely avoid them. If you or close family members have experienced psychotic disorders like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, psychedelics could trigger or worsen these conditions. People with serious heart problems need to be cautious since some psychedelics can affect heart rate and blood pressure. If you’re taking certain medications, especially MAO inhibitors, antidepressants, or other psychiatric drugs, there could be interactions. Pregnant or nursing mothers should avoid psychedelics since we don’t know how they affect development. Other conditions that require careful medical review (also called “contraindications”) include uncontrolled high blood pressure, seizure disorders, or serious liver or kidney disease. You also shouldn’t use psychedelics if you’re in an acute mental health crisis or don’t have access to proper therapeutic support. This is why proper medical screening before any psychedelic therapy is so important for your safety.

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