By- Shivang Tripathi
In a study conducted by Imperial College in London, researchers were able to visualize the effects of LSD on the human brain. 20 healthy volunteers were administered small doses of the substance. A major finding of the research is the discovery of what happens in the brain when people experience complex dreamlike hallucinations under LSD. Dr Carhart-Harris explained: "Normally our brain consists of independent networks that perform separate specialized functions, such as vision, movement and hearing -- as well as more complex things like attention. However, under LSD the separateness of these networks breaks down and instead you see a more integrated or unified brain." In this article, it is stated that music listening and LSD may be a powerful therapeutic combination if provided in the right way. It is very interesting that many substances that were once classified as dangerous and illicit drugs, are now being retested to see if they contain and therapeutic values. This information can be helpful to people around the world because this article reveals a new substance that has the potential to help people with psychological health issues.
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This is very interesting and eye-opening. I did not know that a drug like LSD could be used in therapeutic ways because we are taught in school that there are only negative side effects to these drugs. This tests those ideas which can change a lot of people's views on illicit drugs.
ReplyDeleteThis post was very informational. Initially I thought this post would be about all the negative effects LSD can have on the brain so it was very interesting to read that it can actually be used in a therapeutic way.
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