Oliver Wyman May 13, 2022
Embracing the therapeutic use of psychedelics, some used the lockdowns to travel further inside.
The Psychedelic Explorers embody these four key macro trends:
De-stigmatizing mental health
Accelerating the acceptance of psychedelics for therapeutic purposes
Embracing non-prescription, alternative medical treatments
Mushrooming the experience economy
The Psychedelic Explorers are those intrigued by and willing to try psychedelics in a clinical or experiential setting. They are curious and open-minded, and as more of these therapies move closer to market, they will be in the vanguard of early adoption. As such, they will be at the forefront both in further destigmatizing mental healthcare, and in transforming the outdated perception of the 1960s-era “hippy tripper.” This group places a high value on...