"Psilocybin Boosts Brain Connectivity, Elevates Mystical Experiences"

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Source: Neuroscience News
"Psilocybin Boosts Brain Connectivity, Elevates Mystical Experiences"
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Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, induces dynamic hyperconnectivity in the brain, which is linked to ego-modifying effects and feelings of oceanic boundlessness. This brain state may explain the therapeutic potential of psilocybin for treating psychiatric disorders like depression and anxiety, offering insights into the neurophysiological mechanisms behind its effects.

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