⚠️ Risk Assessment Quiz

1. Do you have a history of cardiovascular conditions (heart disease, high blood pressure, arrhythmia)?

Psilocybin can temporarily increase heart rate and blood pressure.

2. Do you have epilepsy or a history of seizures?

Psychedelics may lower seizure threshold in susceptible individuals.

3. Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?

Effects of psilocybin on fetal development are unknown.

4. Do you have liver or kidney disease?

These organs metabolize and excrete psilocybin.

5. Do you have a personal history of psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar I with psychotic features)?

These conditions are absolute contraindications for psychedelic use.

6. Do you have a FAMILY history of psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar I) in first-degree relatives (parents, siblings)?

Family history increases risk of psychedelic-triggered psychosis.

7. Are you currently experiencing active depression or anxiety?

While psychedelics show therapeutic promise, acute states require careful consideration.

8. Have you experienced trauma or PTSD that is currently unprocessed?

Psychedelics may surface traumatic memories. While potentially healing with proper support, this requires preparation.

9. Are you currently having thoughts of self-harm or suicide?

If yes, please reach out for support before considering any psychedelic use.

10. Are you currently taking any serotonergic medications (SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, lithium, tramadol)?

These can interact dangerously with psilocybin, particularly MAOIs and lithium.

11. Are you taking any antipsychotic medications?

Antipsychotics can block psychedelic effects and may indicate conditions that contraindicate use.

12. Do you regularly use alcohol, cannabis, or other substances?

Substance use patterns can affect psychedelic experiences and safety.

13. Are you currently going through a major life crisis (divorce, job loss, grief, major conflict)?

High stress levels can increase challenging experience risk.

14. Do you have important responsibilities in the next 48 hours that require clear cognition (work, childcare, driving)?

Integration time is important; rushing back to responsibilities increases risk.

15. What is your age?

Brain development continues until mid-20s; older age may have different considerations.

16. Will you have a sober, experienced trip-sitter present?

A trusted sitter significantly reduces risk, especially for higher doses.

17. Is your planned environment safe, comfortable, and private?

Environment significantly impacts experience quality and safety.

18. Do you have access to emergency services if needed?

While rarely needed, emergency access is important.

19. What is your experience level with psychedelics?

Prior experience helps with navigation, but is not required with proper preparation.

20. How much research and preparation have you done?

Education significantly reduces risk and improves outcomes.

21. Do you know the dose you're planning and is the source verified?

Unknown potency and unverified sources significantly increase risk.

22. What dose level are you considering?

Higher doses carry higher risk and require more preparation.

23. Do you have an integration plan (journaling, therapy, support)?

Integration significantly impacts long-term benefits and processing of experiences.

24. What is your primary intention for this experience?

Clear, healthy intentions support positive outcomes.