Particular person neurons are labeled with fluorescent proteins utilizing the brainbow approach. In researching psychedelics and ketamine, researchers intention to know how medication like psychedelics and ketamine may improve the variety of connections between neurons.
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Particular person neurons are labeled with fluorescent proteins utilizing the brainbow approach. In researching psychedelics and ketamine, researchers intention to know how medication like psychedelics and ketamine may improve the variety of connections between neurons.
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This week on NPR’s Quick Wave podcast, we’re diving into the science behind medication like psychedelics and ketamine.
To this point, we have heard from scientists making an attempt to untangle the consequences of the “journey” that always comes with these medication from the methods they may change the human mind.
Some researchers level out that the journey makes the medication inaccessible for some sufferers. For instance, sufferers with a historical past of bipolar dysfunction or schizophrenia cannot take psychedelics or ketamine. Others could merely not need to journey or have out-of-body experiences in any respect.
In each instances, a non-hallucinogenic drug may assist bridge the remedy hole. So corporations like Delix Therapeutics are making new medication impressed by psychedelics — with out the journey.
However there are nonetheless questions inside the discipline about what facet of those medication is most vital for sufferers. Some researchers emphasize the significance of the experiential journey part of psychedelics. Others are optimistic that non-hallucinogenic medication could widen remedy choices for sufferers.
Take heed to the primary episode of the collection right here and the second episode right here. Catch the remainder of this collection on psychedelics and associated medication this week by following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Produce other questions on psychedelics and the mind? Tell us by emailing [email protected]!
This episode was produced by Hannah Chinn. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez and Geoff Brumfiel. Tyler Jones checked the info. Maggie Luthar was the audio engineer. Particular due to Jon Hamilton.
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