The Intersection of Psychedelics and Neuroplasticity: Rethinking Therapeutic Approaches for Mental Health
Kargbo Rb
Journal of Addiction & Addictive Disorders July 17, 2023 DOI: 10.24966/aad-7276/100126 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Neuroplasticity |
| Key findings | Psychedelics may enhance neuroplasticity, a key mechanism for recovery from mental health disorders. |
Abstract
The expanding field of psychedelic-assisted therapy presents innovative treatment avenues for various mental health disorders. This review explores the potential role of psychedelics in enhancing neuroplasticity, a key mechanism underlying recovery from mental health conditions.
Comparable studies
Other narrative reviews on neuroplasticity, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| A neurotrophic hypothesis of depression: role of synaptogenesis in the actions of NMDA receptor antagonists | 2012 | Review | |
| Towards an understanding of psychedelic-induced neuroplasticity. Review of preclinical and clinical studies | 2023 | Review | |
| Buddha's Brain: Neuroplasticity and Meditation [In the Spotlight] | 2008 | Review | |
| Neuroplasticity as a convergent mechanism of ketamine and classical psychedelics | 2021 | Review | |
| Psychedelics in Psychiatry: Neuroplastic, Immunomodulatory, and Neurotransmitter Mechanisms | 2020 | Review |