Does a psychedelic trip change your brain? New 'magic mushrooms' research
A new study published in Nature Communications found that a psychedelic trip may physically change the brain, potentially explaining the benefits some people experience from the experience. The research suggests that the strength of the psychedelic trip matters, with bigger scores on psychological insight correlating with bigger improvements in therapeutic response.
A new study published in Nature Communications found that a psychedelic trip may physically change the brain. The research looked at psilocybin, the compound found in 'magic mushrooms,' which has been researched for its potential benefits in alleviating depression and anxiety symptoms. The study involved 28 healthy participants who were given a high dose of psilocybin and underwent various brain scans before and after the experience. The research found that the strength of the psychedelic trip matters, with bigger scores on psychological insight correlating with bigger improvements in therapeutic response. The study's findings could help explain why some people experience benefits from psychedelic therapy. The research was conducted by the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine.
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