Ayahuasca-Inspired DMT/HAR Formulation Reduces Brain Differentiation Between Self and Other Faces
medRxiv – October 28, 2024
Source: medRxiv/bioRxiv/arXiv
Summary
Research reveals that a formulation inspired by ayahuasca can blur the lines between recognizing oneself and others. By examining brain responses to faces, the study found that participants experienced reduced differentiation when under the influence of DMT. This suggests psychedelics may enhance social connection and empathy.
Abstract
Background Psychedelics are known to profoundly alter perception and self-referential processing, yet their specific effects on face recognition—a key aspect of social cognition—remain underexplored.