Altered state of consciousness
Altered state of consciousness is a phrase, coined in the Seventies, to describe intentionally induced changes in one's mental state, sometimes through the ingestion of drugs and psychedelic substances such as LSD, peyote, marijuana, mescaline, and the like.An altered state of consciousness can also be attained from alcohol, a sensory deprivation tank, hypnosis, and the practice of certain rituals (e.g. prayer) and disciplines (e.g. yoga).
Naturally occurring altered states of consciousness include channeling, dreams, premonitions, euphoria, and limerence.
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