Bad trips

What is a bad trip?

A bad trip is a psychedelic experience, with or without hallucinations, that is primarily perceived as frightening, causing anxieties to persist for a long time after a trip. Prolonged suspicion and negative feelings can also be classified as a bad trip. In our view, a bad trip is not a psychedelic session that may be slightly uncomfortable or frightening at the beginning and that can subsequently yield valuable information and insights.

Read also how bad trips can be positive

What causes a bad trip?

There are various factors that can cause a trip to turn into a bad trip, and these factors often relate to intention, expectation, and location (set and setting). Additionally, there are certain mental conditions that significantly increase the risk of a bad trip and can thereby worsen the condition. Individuals with the following conditions are advised not to use psychedelics.

• Borderline
• Psychosis susceptibility
• Schizophrenia
• Severe anxiety disorders

The following circumstances and solutions can trigger and remedy bad thrips.

Have a good trip

Bad trips almost never occur if proper supervision is present. The presence of a professional tripsitter This is often reason enough to enter the session calmly, quietly, and full of confidence. Furthermore, good preparation can greatly benefit the psychedelic session. Research has already shown that elevated glutamate in the hippocampus could be an indicator of a bad trip. By performing a neurotransmitter test beforehand and balancing the neurochemistry based on the results, the chance of a good trip increases significantly.

Do you want a good trip?

Through an intake and questionnaire, we examine how we can optimize your neurochemistry via supplements and nutrition for a positive trip. We can also provide tips on specific books to read or videos to watch to prepare your mindset for a psychedelic session in the right setting.