A recent scientific study has uncovered an intriguing connection between the use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in certain "magic" mushrooms, and reduced overtime work among full-time employees. While the study's findings aren't conclusive proof of causation, they shed light on how psychedelic substances might influence work habits. The research has been published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs. ...
  • AlwaysNowNeverNotMe
    11•1 year ago

    Assuming causation here is literally the dumbest take imaginable.

    Corporate America will absolutely endorse it.

    • @[email protected]OPEnglish
      2•1 year ago

      These findings carry significant implications, especially in the context of the ongoing discussions about the decriminalization and legalization of psilocybin in various parts of the United States. While it might seem that reduced overtime work could be costly for organizations, it is also possible that employees who have used psilocybin may be more productive during their regular work hours, reducing the need for overtime to complete tasks.

      (emphasis mine)

      I see it as a very possible takeaway but they barely mention it.