Time and Mind· 2015Q1· Review
Psychoactive Substances in Prehistoric Times: Examining the Archaeological Evidence
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Short summary
Archaeological evidence suggests humans have consumed psychoactive substances like drug plants and fermented beverages for millennia.
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Key points
- Human use of psychoactive substances dates back thousands of years.
- Archaeological findings include evidence of drug plants and fermented beverages.
- Specific indicators are needed to reliably interpret archaeological data on substance use.
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Abstract
The relationship between humans and psychoactive substances can be traced back over millennia. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the consumption of drug plants and fermented beverages in prehistoric times by drawing upon some archaeological examples worldwide that illustrate the early use of these substances. The archaeological evidence of psychoactive substances is assessed in the light of some indicators that should be taken into consideration when examining this type of data.
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Field: Archeology (Social Sciences)
ArcheologySocial Sciences