In the past few years, there has been a surge of interest in the potential benefits of psychedelics — substances that alter consciousness. The most common psychedelic drugs are amphetamine-like substances called psychedelics. These drugs can be helpful for people with certain psychiatric conditions or for assisting psychotherapy. However, research suggests that many people use them recreationally and to enhance creativity. While our current knowledge about the effects of psychedelics is still limited, some studies have found promising results. Research on animals shows that psychedelics stimulate neural growth in certain parts of the brain associated with learning and memory. These properties may make it easier to solve complex problems or generate new ideas when exposed to psychedelics or other stimuli that activate these areas of the brain. Furthermore, some studies on humans indicate that psychedelics may reduce fear and anxiety by stimulating activity in regions of the brain associated with positive emotions such as well-being, social connection, and trust. In this blog post we’ll explore how psychedelic substances may boost creativity using examples from literature, art, science and music history.
Psychedelics boost creativity
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