Psychedelics - Re-opening the doors of perception.
David J. Heal, Jack Henningfield, Bruno G. Frenguelli, David J. Nutt, Sharon L. Smith
Neuropharmacology August 23, 2018 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuropharm.2018.08.024 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 |
| Key finding | Psychedelics may re-open critical periods of brain plasticity, allowing for the reshaping of rigid neural pathways and facilitating cognitive shifts that support therapeutic change in mental health conditions. |
Abstract
Psychedelics - Re-opening the doors of perception.