Psychedelics - Re-opening the doors of perception.
David J Heal, Jack E Henningfield, Bruno G. Frenguelli, David Nutt, Sharon L. Smith
Neuropharmacology August 23, 2018 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuropharm.2018.08.024 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsychedelic compounds can temporarily alter brain connectivity, potentially re-opening periods of heightened plasticity that allow rigid neural patterns to be reshaped. This process may facilitate cognitive shifts, including new perspectives and changes in emotional processing, which could underlie therapeutic breakthroughs for various mental health conditions. The text suggests that by disrupting entrenched brain networks, psychedelics enable a reconfiguration of neural pathways, offering a mechanism for lasting improvements in mental well-being.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Psychedelics certain compounds They Brain connectivity Rigid patterns Therapeutic breakthroughs |
| Citations | 7 |
Abstract
Psychedelics - Re-opening the doors of perception.