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How Psilocybin Alters Perception in the Brain

How Psilocybin Alters Perception in the Brain

Psilocybin mushrooms

What they found

Psilocybin alters perception mainly via the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor and disrupts the default mode network.

Psilocybin alters perception mainly via the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor and disrupts the default mode network.

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Evidence ladder: Lab dish → Animal → Early human → Strong human. Reviews summarize earlier research.

At a glance

Latin name

Compound

psilocybin

psilocybin

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Shroomer

Shroomer

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PSILOCYBIN & LEGISLATION

PSILOCYBIN & LEGISLATION

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How It Works

How It Works

Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, alters perception by interacting with serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptor, leading to enhanced sensory experiences like vivid colors and patterns. It also disrupts the brain's default mode network, allowing users to break free from rigid thought patterns and promoting emotional healing.

Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, alters perception by interacting with serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptor, leading to enhanced sensory experiences like vivid colors and patterns. It also disrupts the brain's default mode network, allowing users to break free from rigid thought patterns and promoting emotional healing.

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