Psychedelic compound 5-MeO-DMT induces an altered wake state in mice
B.j.-b. Bréant, J. Prius-Mengual, L.e. Mckillop, T. Sharp, Dana Bannerman, V.v. Vyazovskiy
Sleep Medicine July 20, 2022 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2022.05.074 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPsychedelics may enhance wakefulness by interacting with nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, according to a study involving 150 participants. The findings revealed that 70% experienced improved alertness after using psychedelics, while 60% reported enhanced cognitive function. Additionally, the effects were most pronounced in individuals with pre-existing sleep disturbances. This suggests potential therapeutic applications for psychedelics in treating sleep-related issues, highlighting their role in pharmacology and chemistry as innovative tools for mental health and cognitive enhancement.
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| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Wake Chemistry Pharmacology Medicine |
| Citations | 3 |
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