Psychedelics and Neural Plasticity: Therapeutic Implications.
J Neurosci November 1, 2022 DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.1121-22.2022
Summary
Recent findings reveal how psychedelic compounds like psilocybin and LSD promote brain adaptability by enhancing neural connections. This increased plasticity appears to help the brain form new pathways, potentially treating depression and PTSD. The compounds work by stimulating specific serotonin receptors, leading to both immediate therapeutic effects and lasting positive changes in brain structure and emotional processing.
Abstract
Psychedelics and Neural Plasticity: Therapeutic Implications.