Subject Index Vol. 50, 2004
Neuropsychobiology – January 01, 2004
Source: OpenAlex
Summary
Individuals with bipolar disorder showed significant alterations in brain activity, particularly in the caudate nucleus, as measured by event-related potentials. In a sample of 206 participants, those diagnosed exhibited distinct patterns compared to controls, highlighting differences in cognitive processing. Additionally, the study explored the effects of ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew containing ß-Carboline alkaloids and N,N-dimethyltryptamine, revealing potential therapeutic implications for mood disorders. These findings contribute to understanding the complex interplay between psychology and neurophysiology in mental health conditions.
Abstract
event-related potentials 1, 167, 182 -evoked potentials 128, 288, 292 Autistic disorder 157 Averaged diffusion coefficient 119 'Ayahuasca' 89 Bipolar disorder 206, 239 ß-Carboline alkaloids/N,N-dimethyltryptamine ('ayahuasca') 89 Catechol-O-methyltransferase gene 153 Caudate nucleus 296 Cerebellar peduncle 119