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The five altered states of consciousness

Pharmacological. These altered states include short-term changes caused by psychoactive substances, such as LSD MDMA, cannabis, cocaine, opioids, and alcohol.
Psychological. Hypnosis, meditation, and music can lead to altered mental states.
Physical and physiological. An altered state of consciousness is achieved through sleep, where dreams dissociate one from reality.
Pathological. A traumatic experience causing brain damage can lead to an altered state of consciousness. Other sources include epileptic or psychotic episodes.
Spontaneous. Daydreaming and mind wandering can cause altered states.

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