TheForeverTrip

I thought it was over, and then I read a article about how living with this can actually enhance our perception of the world, that some people with our disorder have actually looked at it as a positive thing, like you are in tune to the universe in a unique way. Granted these thoughts can be dangerous for people also suffering from a schizoaffective disorder, but its helped me. This is the largest forum but there is so many of us out there that might not even know they have it. According to the DSM-5, 4.2% of all hallucinogen users experience HPPD-like symptoms. Think about all the possible rockstars that have suffered from HPPD in the 60s/70s, who knows maybe the beatles started experiencing similar symptoms. I wish I could post the article I read, but it doesn't seem like I can paste links, its called On Perception and Consciousness in HPPD: A Systematic Review from frontiers. I really think we are in the generation where we find a miracle cure. If not something that will make it much much better. I think it will come off actually curing another disease. I have found hope and hope others will!

Has anyone here tried valerian root? I've heard it can be used as a replacement for clonazepam, since I have a rough history of benzo addiction, clonazepam is not a option for me. I'm going to start trying valerian and keeping a journal. I'm curious if anyone has had any experience with it?

So ive been suffering from HPPD for about 2 years now, after getting into a bad car accident while on shrooms. I haven't cared really about getting better until now, because I thought my life was over and might as well ride it out, you know? Recently though I've gotten inspired to try to work on fixing my brain. Figured its worth it to post here, as I will be trying a bunch of supplements (I know not recommended but i'm on the edge), as well as ceasing from all drugs. IDK how active this forum is now, but I figure its worth a shot. As I keep hearing that reaching out to a support group, and other people can actually help symptoms, at least cope with them. So thank you, if you have any tips for me I would love to hear them.