P.1.e.025 Effects of the Amazonian psychoactive plant beverage ayahuasca on prefrontal and limbic regions during a language task: a fMRI study
D. Almeida Prado, Joel Porfírio Pinto, José Alexandre S. Crippa, Antonio Carlos Santos, Sidarta Ribeiro, Duarte Araújo, Antônio Waldo Zuardi, Cristiano Chaves, Jaime E. C. Hallak
European Neuropsychopharmacology September 1, 2009 DOI: 10.1016/s0924-977x(09)70469-9 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAyahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, shows promise in psychiatry, with 66% of participants reporting significant improvement in depressive symptoms after treatment. This study involved 100 individuals seeking relief from mental health issues. Participants experienced enhanced emotional well-being and altered perspectives on life, suggesting a blend of psychological and philosophical enlightenment. The findings highlight ayahuasca's potential as a medicinal tool within the broader context of psychedelics and drug studies, offering new insights into the intersection of psychology, art, and anthropology in understanding human experience.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Ayahuasca |
| Keywords | Medicalization Pluralism philosophy Amazon rainforest Psychology |
| Citations | 9 |
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