The forgotten story of women in the history of psychedelics
Women have played an important role in the history of psychedelics, whether as researchers, therapists, artists or activists. However, their contributions have often been ignored or downplayed by a patriarchal culture that has dominated the field of psychedelia. In this article, we will review some of the most relevant female figures who have explored the potential of these substances for mental health, self-knowledge and social transformation. One of the pioneers was Maria Sabina, a Mazatec healer living in the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico.