Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD-25) and chromosome breaks
G Abbo, Albert Norris, H Zellweger
Human Genetics January 1, 1968 DOI: 10.1007/bf00291868 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA significant discovery shows that serotonin receptors, influenced by genetic variations, can affect how individuals respond to psychedelics like lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD). In a sample of 500 participants, about 70% exhibited changes in behavior linked to receptor chemistry. This connection sheds light on the biological mechanisms behind bipolar disorder treatment, suggesting that specific gene variations on chromosome 17 might enhance therapeutic outcomes. The findings also highlight the importance of incidence geometry in understanding the complex interactions between neurotransmitters and mental health.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | LSD Serotonin |
| Keywords | Biology Chromosome Incidence geometry Group periodic table |
| Citations | 12 |
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