New Study Sees How DMT Affects the Brain Like Never Before
Psychedelics are a growing interest in medical sciences, and DMT is particularly special
The idea that reality is nothing more than a convincing illusion created by our brains is well-known and hard to argue against. I mean, we each have unique and subjective perspectives of the world. Our internal and external experiences shape our opinions and beliefs about who we are, how the world works, and the rules governing both.
But psychedelics, specifically DMT, are like the seemingly trouble-maker friend (but who actually has your best interest at heart) who convinces you to skip studying and sneak out to a party after your parents go to bed. Except the party has colorful geometric patterns and mystical sentient Beings to chat with, who help you dissolve your ego and alter your thought patterns even after you get home. Amazingly, scientists have recently discovered some of what’s going on in the brain when this happens.
What is DMT?
DMT stands for N-Dimethyltryptamine. It’s part of a group of chemical compounds called tryptamines that have a similar structure to serotonin and melatonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate our appetite, mood, memory, and sleep, while melatonin is a hormone…
