New research indicates that individuals who use psychedelic substances like LSD and psilocybin may experience a significant increase in unusual visual phenomena, such as seeing patterns or intense colors that are not there. The study, published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, sheds light on the potential side effects of psychedelics outside of clinical settings. The exploration into psychedelics has entered a renaissance, with mounting evidence supporting their potential therapeutic benefits for a variety of psychiatric disorders, from depression to alcoholism. However, the use of these …