LYSERGIDE Meaning and
Definition
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Lysergide, also known as LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide), is a potent hallucinogenic drug that belongs to the ergoline family of compounds. It is synthesized from lysergic acid, a natural substance found in certain types of fungi, known as ergot. Lysergide is chemically similar to neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine, which are involved in the regulation of mood, perception, and cognition.
When consumed, typically in the form of small tablets, capsules, or absorbed on blotter paper, lysergide induces profound psychological and perceptual alterations. It acts primarily by binding to serotonin receptors in the brain, resulting in the disruption of normal signaling pathways. This leads to the distortion of sensory perceptions, such as intensified colors, enhanced patterns, and auditory and visual hallucinations. The effects of lysergide are often described as an "expansion of consciousness" or "ego dissolution," wherein individuals may experience shifts in time perception and personal identity.
Commonly referred to as a "psychedelic" or "acid," lysergide produces subjective effects that are highly individualistic and can differ widely from person to person. These effects can be influenced by several factors, including dosage, set (personal mindset and expectations), and setting (environmental surroundings and social context). The duration of lysergide's effects typically lasts between 6 to 12 hours, with the drug metabolized and eliminated by the liver and kidneys.
Lysergide gained popularity during the counterculture movement of the 1960s and has since remained an emblematic substance associated with recreational use, spiritual practices, and artistic inspiration. Its potential therapeutic applications are also being investigated, particularly in the treatment of mental health disorders such as depression and post-tra
Common Misspellings for LYSERGIDE
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Etymology of LYSERGIDE
The word "Lysergide" is derived from a combination of two components: "lysergic" and "-ide".
The term "lysergic" originates from "Lysergic Acid", which is the chemical compound from which Lysergide is derived. "Lysergic Acid" was named by the Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann, who first synthesized it in 1938. The name "lysergic" is derived from the fungus Claviceps purpurea, or ergot, which is the natural source of the compound. It is believed to come from the Greek word "lysis", meaning "to loosen", and "ergon", meaning "work". This is likely due to the hallucinogenic and mind-altering effects produced by substances derived from lysergic acid.
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