Psychedelics, Consciousness, Mental Health & the Entropic Brain | Robin Carhart-Harris | 173
Mind & Matter
Exploring Psilocybin's Impact on Brain Activity
This chapter investigates a pioneering study on psilocybin's effects on whole brain activity through precision fMRI scans. It highlights how psilocybin increases brain complexity and connectivity compared to other substances like methylphenidate, emphasizing its unique impact on neural activity. The discussion also includes insights on the implications of these findings for understanding cognitive functions and the transformative potential of psychedelics.
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