Psychedelic spurs growth of neural connections lost in depression.
"a single dose of psilocybin given to mice prompted an immediate and long-lasting increase in connections between neuron"
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Psychedelic spurs growth of neural connections lost in depression.
"a single dose of psilocybin given to mice prompted an immediate and long-lasting increase in connections between neuron"
Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, may be at least as effective as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, the leading type of antidepressant medication, according to research published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The phase 2, double-blind, randomized, controlled trial compared psilocybin to the antidepressant medication escitalopram.
Early Trial Shows Flickering Lights Could Fight Alzheimer's
Mouse studies using 40 hertz (gamma) stimulation of light and sound have had some effect in Alzheimer's models. A preliminary study on 10 humans showed some immune response which indicates some potential benefits.
Emotions and brain function are altered up to one month after a single high dose of psilocybin.
At one month, positive affect remained elevated, and trait anxiety was reduced.
The MyDelica app "offers a personalized progress tracker and evidence-based advice service for educating & safeguarding psychedelic journeys"
No idea about this, but being as it is from the Robin Carhart-Harris team, might be worth a look for people seeking safe and therapeutic experiences.