Psilocybin dose induces lasting brain changes linked to improved wellbeing

A single 25mg dose of psilocybin induced anatomical brain changes that persisted one month later, according to research published in Nature Communications. Scientists used specialized brain scans on 28 healthy volunteers and found structural changes in nerve tracts, alongside reports of improved wellbeing and psychological insight. The findings may explain how psychedelics could treat anxiety, depression and addiction.

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