What Is Psilocybin (Magic Mushrooms) & What Are Its Effects?

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2023-11-29

What Is Psilocybin (Magic Mushrooms) & What Are Its Effects? | Dr. Andrew Huberman

Dr. Andrew Huberman discusses the chemical and structural similarities between psilocybin and serotonin, their effects on the brain, the specific role of the serotonin 2A receptor in psilocybin’s actions, and its potential therapeutic benefits in treating mood disorders and inducing neuroplasticity.

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