DMT-The-spirit-molecule. DMT: The Spirit Molecule: A Doctor's Revolutionary Research into the Biology of Near-Death and Mystical Experiences, 320 pages, Park Street Press, 2001, ISBN 0-89281-927-8 DMT: The Spirit Molecule makes the bold case that DMT, naturally released by the pineal gland, facilitates the soul's movement in and out of the body and is an integral part of the birth and death experiences, as well as the highest states of meditation and even sexual transcendence. Utilizing interviews with a variety of experts to explain their thoughts and experiences with DMT within their respective fields, and discussions with Strassman’s … DMT-The-spirit-molecule. Download. Alissa Hirshfeld-Flores "DMT: the Spirit Molecule is an enriching journey into one scientist's courageous attempt to solve a bit more of the brain/mind/spirit mystery at the center of human existence." Why Is DMT Called the Spirit Molecule? The Spirit Molecule weaves an account of Dr. Rick Strassman's groundbreaking DMT research through a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen found in the human brain and hundreds of plants. pert on DMT has created a masterpiece of the genre, as he brilliantly leads the reader through a series of startling revelations about the nature of the universe, revealed behind the doorway once DMT turns the key." The book gives a detailed account of the research, how it came to be, the difficulties in getting it started, and the outcomes. READ PAPER. In the year 2000, psychologist and psychedelic researcher Rick Strassman authored a book called DMT: The Spirit Molecule. DMT: The Spirit Molecule, a documentary based on Strassmen's nonfiction book of the same name; Bibliography. His book DMT: The Spirit Molecule (2001) has sold 250,000 copies, been translated into 12 languages, and is the basis of a successful independent documentary that he co-produced. DMT: The Spirit Molecule by Rick Strassman offers his account of a large scale study on the effects of DMT on the human brain and psyche. 37 Full PDFs related to this paper. DMT: The Spirit Molecule makes the case that DMT, naturally released by the pineal gland, facilitates the soul's movement in and out of the body and is an integral part of the birth and death experiences, as well as the highest states of meditation and even sexual transcendence. DMT The Spirit Molecule. Much of what we know about DMT and its relationship to the mind and spirituality comes from the studies of Rick Strassman, a doctor specializing in psychiatry and a doctorate in psychopharmacology. Almost 20 years after its publication DMT The Spirit Molecule has undoubtedly found its place among the classics of the psychedelic literature.The author, Psychiatrist Dr. Rick Strassman, takes the reader through a labyrinth of modern brain research, mind-altering drugs, administrative bureaucracy, political issues, alien encounters and mystical … "This book is a highly readable, intriguing, provocative description of Rick Strassman's theories and research concerning the effects of DMT." The official website of the critically acclaimed documentary, DMT: The Spirit Molecule. A short summary of this paper. There is now also a documentary of the same name. Rick Strassman studied in depth the effects of dimethyltryptamine and wrote a book on the topic, called DMT: the molecule of the spirit. The term stems from the reports of people who have used DMT, who often describe spiritual, mystical, or “God-like” encounters.