Psychedelic drugs have profound effects on the brain, substantially altering perception, mood, and even the hardwiring of our brains.
Because of their potential to cause a long-term changes to how our brains process information and emotions, drugs like MDMA, LSD, and psilocybin are being studied as a possible breakthrough for mental health treatments. While studies on the clinical use of psychedelics are showing great promise, one big question remains: Is the psychedelic experience necessary to gain the mental health benefits?
Groundbreaking research at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy by Assistant Professor Cody Wenthur and Professor Paul Hutson seeks to answer that question.