how psilocybin rewires your brain

Psilocybin is a hallucinogenic compound found in certain species of mushrooms. When consumed, it acts on serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptors. The exact mechanisms by which psilocybin rewires the brain are not fully understood, but research suggests that it promotes neuroplasticity and increases the connectivity between different regions of the brain.

One theory is that psilocybin disrupts the default mode network (DMN), which is a network of brain regions that are active when the mind is at rest and not focused on the external world. By temporarily inhibiting the DMN, psilocybin can lead to a sense of ego dissolution and a shift in perception and consciousness. This may allow the brain to form new connections and explore different thought patterns and perspectives.

Psilocybin has also been found to increase the release of the neurotransmitter glutamate, which plays a role in synaptic plasticity, learning, and memory. This increased glutamate release may contribute to the rewiring of neural circuits and the formation of new connections in the brain.

Furthermore, psilocybin has been shown to increase the expression of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is involved in the growth and survival of neurons. This suggests that psilocybin may have neuroprotective and neuroregenerative effects.

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