Researchers discovered that psilocybin temporarily increases brain complexity and may reshape neural connections for weeks.…
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Psychedelics are a class of psychoactive substances that produce profound changes in perception, mood, and cognitive processes. These substances, which include LSD, psilocybin (found in magic mushrooms), and DMT, have been used for thousands of years, often in religious or spiritual contexts. Modern interest in psychedelics surged in the mid-20th century, leading to extensive research into their potential therapeutic effects. However, the legal status of these substances became restricted under international conventions in the 1970s, greatly limiting their scientific study. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in the potential of psychedelics to treat various mental health disorders such as depression, PTSD, and anxiety, with numerous clinical trials showing promising results. This has led to a reevaluation of their legal status and increased funding for psychedelic research in several countries.
A new “magic mushroom” compound may deliver psychedelic brain benefits without the trip. Psilocybin, the…
Psychedelics appear to reshape how the brain builds reality by dampening incoming visual signals and…
Scientists at UC Davis created a new class of serotonin-targeting molecules using a light-driven chemical…
A clinical LSD formulation shows promise for severe anxiety. Trials reveal meaningful symptom relief and…
Psilocybin appears to calm brain circuits that link physical pain with emotional distress, offering relief…
Scientists have uncovered that mushrooms evolved the ability to make psilocybin not once but twice,…
Fast, music-driven breathwork was shown to induce psychedelic-like states, shifting brain blood flow and reducing…
A McGill-led study could change the way this new treatment is administered in hospitals and…
A student at WVU identified a fungus in morning glories that makes LSD-related compounds. Named…
A pilot study by UCSF reveals unexpected results, with psilocybin therapy leading to significant improvements…
Groundbreaking research reveals that psychedelic compounds may enhance cognitive agility, offering new potential for treating…
Taking LSD or magic mushrooms may not be the cause of schizotypal traits. Psychedelic drugs…
A team at UC Davis has created a new drug called JRT that mimics LSD’s…
Online, products marketed as blue lotus claim to offer relaxation and even psychedelic experiences —…
A new analysis summarizes a decade of research on the effects of a psychedelic brew…
Researchers have discovered how low doses of ketamine target specific sites on NMDA receptors to…
Groundbreaking research reveals that it’s possible to isolate the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics from their…