Aaron Paul Orsini
Aaron Paul Orsini is an American author, researcher, and educator. He is best known for his books on the intersection of psychedelics and neurodiversity, including Autism On Acid and Autistic Psychedelics. His work co-founding the Autistic Psychedelic Community has been influential in promoting understanding and acceptance of neurodivergent individuals.
Early life[edit]
Aaron Orsini grew up in the Chicago suburbs.[1] At the age of 23, while pursuing a degree in Multimedia Arts, his psychologist diagnosed him with autism. Following his diagnosis at the age of 27, and enduring some personal losses, Orsini ventured West, where he encountered his first experience with LSD. Orsini reportedly states that it was this first time that led to his discovery to a profound sense of joy and a newfound human comprehension that had eluded him before.[2]
Career[edit]
Orsini’s first book Autism on Acid written in 2019 was influenced by his first LSD experience which he found to be impactful and inspiring.[3] This was the inception for his Autistic Psychedelic community in 2020, which platforms various types of peer to peer resources, that focuses on the intersection of psychedelics and neurodivergence.[4]
Inspired by the formation of the Autistic Psychedelic community, Orsini went on to write his second book Autistic Psychedelic in 2021. This work chronicles the stories of over 40 contributors of whom are neurodivergent and have used psychedelic substances to gain deeper insights about themselves and the Neurotypical world.[5]
Orsini’s journey has propelled him into the role of a provider as the psychedelic autism collaborative research co-author partner for the University College of London. Additionally, he has taken a position of lecturer at both Naropa University and Alma Institute. Orsini has continued traveling, writing, researching, lecturing and helping the Neurodivergent community live a better life.[6]
Published books[edit]
Autism On Acid: How LSD Helped Me Understand, Navigate, Alter & Appreciate My Autistic Perceptions. Independently Published.2019. ISBN 979-8756688832
Autistic Psychedelic: the Self-Reported Benefits and Challenges of Experiencing LSD, MDMA, Psilocybin and Other Psychedelics As Told by Neurodivergent Adults Navigating ADHD, Alexithymia, Anxiety, Asperger's, Autism, Depression, OCD, PTSD and Other Conditions. Independently Published. 2021. ISBN 979-8724471879
Introduction to Psychedelic Autism: An Informative & Visually Accessible Handbook Exploring The Potential Benefits & Challenges Of Psychedelic Treatment Options For Individuals Navigating Autism. Independently Published. 2022. ISBN 979-8849012650
Psychedelic Autism: An Informative & Visually Accessible Textbook Exploring Relevant Research, Statistics & Context That Psychedelic Therapists & Facilitators When Supporting Autistic Individuals. Independently Published. 2023. ISBN 9798395950505
References[edit]
- ^ Ferriss, Tim (May 30, 2023). "I Feel Love: MDMA for Autism and Social Anxiety". The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss.
- ^ Katsneslon, Alla (2022-05-31). "Tripping over the potential of psychedelics for autism". Spectrum | Autism Research News. Retrieved 2023-08-16.
- ^ Friedwoman, Leia (2021-04-26). "Autism and Psychedelics - An Interview with Aaron Orsini". Psychable. Retrieved 2023-08-14.
- ^ Moore, J. & Buller K. ( Hosts) "Aaron Orsini - How LSD Helped Bridge the ASD Neurotypical Divide". Psychedelics Today. 2020-01-21. Retrieved 2023-08-16.
- ^ Carlin, M. (Host), “ Aaron Orsini “ The Psychedelic Mom. March 15, 2023. Episode 17
- ^ Orsini, Aaron (2023-06-01). "My Autistic Psychedelic Journey: From Dissociation to Deep Connection". HealingMaps. Retrieved 2023-08-14.