Research has demonstrated that the use of LSD commonly causes:

• A. genetic damage
• B. sensory overload
• C. psychotic episodes
• D. death by overdose

Answer: (B)

LSD mainly alters perception by impacting serotonin signaling in the brain, which leads to vivid sensory changes, visual distortions, and an overall intensified sense of input from the senses. This pattern of effects fits the idea of sensory overload—where sensory experiences feel overwhelming or amplified. That makes it the best match for what research commonly observes with LSD use.

Genetic damage isn’t supported by evidence as a consequence of LSD, and death by overdose is extremely unlikely in typical use. While some individuals may experience distress, anxiety, or psychotic-like symptoms, these are not the most common or defining effects for most users. So, the strongest, most consistently reported outcome is the intense alteration of sensory perception, i.e., sensory overload.