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Association between Lifetime Classic Psychedelic Use and Sick Leave in a Population-Based Sample
Christin Mellner1, Micael Dahlen2, Otto Simonsson3,4
1Department of Psychology, Stockholm University, 114 19 Stockholm, Sweden.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|September 23, 2022
Summary
Lifetime use of classic psychedelics was associated with less sick leave in a large US adult study. This suggests psychedelics may reduce work absenteeism and associated economic costs.
Area of Science:
- Psychopharmacology
- Public Health
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Workplace absenteeism due to illness incurs significant costs.
- Classic psychedelics are being researched for therapeutic benefits in physical and mental health.
- The impact of classic psychedelics on sick leave is not well understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationship between lifetime classic psychedelic use and recent sick leave.
- To analyze data from a representative sample of US adults.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2005-2019).
- Included 407,717 US adults in the analysis.
- Employed multiple linear regression, controlling for sociodemographic factors, risky behaviors, and other substance use.
Main Results:
- A significant negative association was found between lifetime classic psychedelic use and sick leave in the past 30 days (B = -0.09, p < 0.01).
- This association remained significant after adjusting for all control variables.
Conclusions:
- Classic psychedelic use may be linked to reduced sick leave and associated economic burdens.
- Further research is necessary to explore potential causal links and underlying mechanisms.
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