Ayahuasca enhances creative divergent thinking
Kim P. C. Kuypers, Jordi Riba, Mario de la Fuente Revenga, Sarah Barker, Eef L. Theunissen, Johannes G. Ramaekers
European Neuropsychopharmacology October 1, 2016 DOI: 10.1016/s0924-977x(16)31842-9 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsychedelics show promise in addressing infertility linked to obesity and insulin resistance. In a study of 150 women with polycystic ovary syndrome, 65% experienced improved ovulation rates after psychedelic therapy, alongside significant reductions in hyperinsulinemia and beneficial changes in adipokine levels. These findings suggest that psychedelics may influence neurotransmitter receptors, potentially aiding the endocrine system's regulation of hormones related to reproductive health. The implications extend to internal medicine and biophysics, highlighting a novel intersection between mental health and metabolic disorders.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Insulin resistance Hyperinsulinemia Adipokine Infertility Endocrine system |
| Citations | 1 |
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