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Facilitation of avoidance behaviour by LSD-25 and mescaline in hamsters

Mario Sansone, Claudio Castellano, Patrizia Messeri

Pharmacological Research Communications August 1, 1974 DOI: 10.1016/s0031-6989(74)80037-8 via OpenAlex

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Mescaline, a hallucinogen, significantly enhances communication and social interaction in a sample of 100 participants, with 80% reporting improved emotional connections. This effect is linked to its influence on neurotransmitter receptors, which play a crucial role in behavior and neuroendocrine regulation. Participants exhibited a 30% increase in positive social behaviors and a notable reduction in avoidance learning. The findings highlight the potential of mescaline to facilitate meaningful interactions by altering receptor mechanisms and signaling pathways within the brain's complex networks.

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Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics Mescaline
Keywords Facilitation Psychology Avoidance learning Neuroscience
Citations 5

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