A recent neuroimaging study shows psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, significantly alters brain connectivity in alcohol-dependent rats. This mirrors effects seen in humans, offering new avenues for researching the therapeutic impact of psychedelics.
Researchers discovered that while a single dose of caffeine can improve attention in sleep-deprived individuals, regular high consumption of caffeine leads to diminished attentional performance, as well as alterations in brain activity.
A pilot study investigating a group of adults visiting an ayahuasca retreat in Peru found significant reductions in their levels of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity following their stay. These reductions occurred regardless of the duration of the retreat or the...
Scientists have discovered that rapid-acting antidepressants like ketamine, psilocybin, and scopolamine can alter negative mood biases in rodent models, a symptom common in depressive disorders. This breakthrough, published in Science Translational Medicine, suggests new approaches to treat Major Depressive Disorder...
A new study suggests that ketamine significantly improves depression and anhedonia symptoms by altering brain connectivity in the anterior cingulate cortex, specifically influencing different subregions linked to mood regulation and reward processing. The findings have been published in Translational Psychiatry.
A study published in Nature Medicine shows MDMA-assisted therapy significantly reduces symptoms in individuals with severe PTSD, offering promising results for those unresponsive to traditional treatments, and is well-tolerated with few side effects.
A new study provides evidence that the lingering effects of hallucinogenic drugs, known as Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD), are more common among users than previously understood.
Stanford researchers found that a combination of magnesium and ibogaine significantly reduced symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety in veterans with traumatic brain injuries. The treatment also improved cognitive functions.
A study analyzed Reddit posts to investigate how psilocybin affects self-perception and recognition in mirror gazing, finding it tends to enhances positive self-perception without impairing self-recognition.
Recent psychedelic research shows promising results for mental illnesses and eating disorders, with surveys and reports indicating psilocybin-assisted therapy's potential. However, challenges in research methodology, patient safety concerns, and the need for cautious optimism highlight the gap between scientific evidence...
Socially anxious individuals drink more in the presence of strangers, a study using smartphone surveys and alcohol sensors reveals. Familiarity in social settings inversely affects their alcohol consumption.
A study in Brazil examines the spiritual well-being of psychedelic users and non-users, revealing distinct experiences and emphasizing the need for inclusive spirituality assessment tools.
Doxycycline, an antibiotic, shows promise in reducing addictive effects of drugs like morphine and cocaine, offering new treatment avenues for substance use disorders. These findings, though preliminary and based on male mice, suggest potential for more effective interventions against addiction.
Psilocybin-assisted group therapy might help reduce depression in cancer patients. This innovative approach, blending psychedelic effects with psychological support, has demonstrated promising results in improving mental health and quality of life for these patients.
Despite high hopes, a recent study reveals that a 300mg dose of cannabidiol fails to alleviate cognitive anxiety symptoms, challenging its perceived anxiolytic benefits and prompting a reevaluation of its therapeutic potential. The study was published in Psychopharmacology.