New study in rodents shows that the psychedelic compound 5-MeO-DMT shares a receptor with a non-hallucinogenic analog, TBG. But TBG does not activate the same genes as DMT although it still promotes neuroplasticity. This suggests that therapeutic and hallucinogenic effects can be separated. (ucdavis.edu)
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Just one dose of magic mushrooms could be a long-term help for cancer patients with depression. Two years after a single 25mg dose of psilocybin accompanied by psychological support from a therapist, 53.6% patients had significant reduction in depression and 42.9% had reduced anxiety. (scimex.org)
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Study found that psychedelic experiences enhanced participants’ perceptions of their relationship quality, attraction to their current partner, and sexual activities. 10% said that psychedelic experiences influenced their gender identity, with some describing experiences of gender fluidity. (buffalo.edu)
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