Hallucinogens

LSD 
The Partnership for a Drug-Free America has created this web page to present the facts about the hallucinogen known as LSD. You will find out what LSD is, what it looks like, and what its street names are. As one of the most potent mood-changing chemicals, LSD has many negative short-term and long-term effects, which are unpredictable. Find out what these effects are and how they are influenced by the amount taken, the user's personality and expectations, and even the surroundings in which the drug is used. There are links to photographs of common forms of LSD.
Topic: LSD (Drug)   Language: English    Lexile: 1010       http://www.drugfree.org

LSD
If you are looking for a clear explanation of the hallucinogenic drug LSD, check out this web page. LSD alters a user's mood, thoughts, or perceptions and has medical benefits. You will learn how LSD was first synthesized and what its creator was trying to produce. You will also find a complete description of LSD and a list of the effects of this potent chemical on the nervous system. This web site includes illustrations and links to related information.
Topic: LSD (Drug)   Language: English    Lexile: 1110        http://faculty.washington.edu

Why do People Take Hallucinogens?   
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports on hallucinogens, such as LSD, on this web page. Hallucinogenic drugs have played a role in various cultures for thousands of years. Most cultures used plants to induce hallucinations, but the development of LSD, a synthetic compound that can be manufactured anywhere, changed that pattern. Since the development of LSD, abuse of hallucinogens has become more widespread. Find out about the physical characteristics of LSD and its long-lasting effects. This site includes diagrams of hallucinogens and a first-hand account of the frightening effects of LSD on the chemist who first developed it.
Topic: Hallucinogens, LSD (Drug)   Language: English,Spanish  Lexile: 1360        http://www.drugabuse.gov

Hallucinogens and  Dissociative Drugs         
The National Institute on Drug Abuse presents a report about hallucinogens and dissociative drugs, including LSD, PCP, ketamine, and dextromethorphan. As part of the research report series, there are additional links to researchers and health professionals, parents and teacher, and students. Learn about hallucinogens, dissociative drugs, why people take hallucinogens, and where to get scientific information on hallucinogens. A glossary and references are available. This report is available in PDF format and Spanish. Hallucinogen drugs disrup a person's ability to think rationally.
Topic: Hallucinogens   Language: English    Lexile: 1580       http://www.nida.nih.gov

Hallucinogenic Mushrooms
The hallucinogenic properties of certain mushrooms have been known for centuries. The discovery of mushroom sculptures in ancient Central and South American ruins suggests that hallucinogenic mushrooms were used by native people during religious ceremonies. Provided by a faculty member of the University of Washington, this web page provides a definition and history of hallucinogenic mushrooms. Types of hallucinogenic mushrooms are provided, accompanied by black and white illustrations. Some limited information about the effects on behavior hallucinogenic mushrooms have is also provided.  Topic: Mushrooms   Language: English    Lexile: BR   http://faculty.washington.edu

DrugFacts: Hallucinogens - LSD, Peyote, Psilocybin, and PCP from NIDA

Hallucinogens from Psychology Today
From LSD to PCP to Ketamine, hallucinogens are widely used and abused drugs that produce profound disturbances in the user's perception of reality. There are naturally occurring hallucinogens as well, including