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Hello, I will preface this with the fact that this is about harm reduction, I am in no way encouraging you to continue using psychedelics. I first contracted HPPD as an 18 year old or so from extensive and excessive use of LSD and mushrooms and probably weed. I actually continued tripping while noticing the symptoms and didn't fully stop until I had a bit of a psychotic break and went to the hospital on acid (not fun). I then abstained for about a year or so after which I had a fairly intense mushroom trip. For me I don't think much changed as far as symptoms go. However, I believe my HPPD was brought on by a high frequency of tripping. In this case I tripped only once. Fast forward several years (I think about 7) to when I was dealing with significant life changes and emotional difficulties. This eventually led me to tripping again. The difference this time is I tripped about 7 times in 7 weeks. Unfortunately this brought back the visuals and DR/DP in a pretty bad way. I then got sober and have maintained complete sobriety for about 2.5 years until recently (about 3 weeks ago) I consumed an edible which has possibly exacerbated symptoms. What I would like you take away from this is the following: We are all different and what works for some may not for others. I would evaluate how much HPPD has affected your life and answer the question whether you are willing to take the chance and make it worse. The disorder can be debilitating and emotional hell after a certain point, so one needs to be ready to face those consequences. Also, ask yourself and evaluate what you are really searching for through the shrooms and whether you can get it elsewhere. Personally, I believe psychedelics can be very helpful for spiritual and personal growth if used responsibly. For me, I have found that everything psychedelics gave me can be reached without them through the practice of meditation and mindfulness. I wish you the best. Take Care, Nick