why do people take hallucinogens

Some use it with their friends at parties or at their homes to feel socially integrated
For recreational reasons – such as getting high
To have an out of body experience
For relaxation
To help them feel less stressed

To experience spiritual or intellectual insight
For experiencing what a detachment from reality feels like
They like the euphoric feelings that may result from using hallucinogens
They may want to experience the changes in the way they perceive sound, touch, movement, or see colors while on a hallucinogenic trip – most likely mentioned by their friends