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This page will cover tactics for what is commonly known as shutting down or aborting "[[bad trip]]s". Some of these tactics as mentioned earlier involve the consumption of additional psychoactive substances. We must remind all readers that any advice concerning the use of drugs to bring down a bad trip is purely subjective and is provided 'as is' on a non-professional basis. Please do your research on the [[dangerous combinations|combination]] dangers of different drugs before attempting to trip on any mind-altering substances. [[PsychonautWiki]], its creators and contributors cannot be held accountable for your choices. Be prepared. Be informed. Know your limits. | This page will cover tactics for what is commonly known as shutting down or aborting "[[bad trip]]s". Some of these tactics as mentioned earlier involve the consumption of additional psychoactive substances. We must remind all readers that any advice concerning the use of drugs to bring down a bad trip is purely subjective and is provided 'as is' on a non-professional basis. Please do your research on the [[dangerous combinations|combination]] dangers of different drugs before attempting to trip on any mind-altering substances. [[PsychonautWiki]], its creators and contributors cannot be held accountable for your choices. Be prepared. Be informed. Know your limits. | ||
'''Aborting a trip''' can be defined as taking action that reduces or eliminates negative cognitive or affective symptoms when under the influence of a [[hallucinogenic]] substance. One may attempt to abort a trip due to fear, panic reactions, the experience of overwhelming symptoms, or even just due to boredom, discomfort, and regret for the experience. | '''Aborting a trip''' can be defined as taking action that reduces or eliminates negative cognitive or affective symptoms when under the influence of a [[hallucinogenic]] substance. One may attempt to abort a trip due to fear, panic reactions, the experience of overwhelming symptoms, or even just due to boredom, discomfort, and regret for choosing to undergo the experience. | ||
Although the term "bad trip" usually refers to states created by a [[dissociative]] or [[psychedelic]] drug, it is also applicable for states that are able to be induced by [[stimulants]], [[deliriant]]s, and other psychoactive drugs. | Although the term "bad trip" usually refers to states created by a [[dissociative]] or [[psychedelic]] drug, it is also applicable for states that are able to be induced by [[stimulants]], [[deliriant]]s, and other psychoactive drugs. |