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Rewiring Hope: Computational Models, Psilocybin, and the Science of Optimism w/ Beth Fisher

The Contemplative Science Podcast

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Exploring Psilocybin and Optimism in Rats

This chapter examines an experiment on rats administered psilocybin, focusing on its effects on behavior, decision-making, and engagement with rewarding tasks. It highlights the concept of optimism as an adaptive trait and discusses how psilocybin may enhance optimism and resilience, particularly in the context of depression. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of understanding individual responses to psychedelics and the need for cautious application in therapeutic settings.

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